COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Shiraz, Grenache
PRODUCER
Glaetzer Wines
REGION
Barossa Valley
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Glaetzer Wines 'Wallace' 2021 is a red wine from the Barossa Valley, South Australia, produced by Glaetzer Wines. This vintage is a blend of Shiraz and Grenache, with the grapes sourced from old vines in the Ebenezer sub-district, ranging from 50-80 years for Shiraz and 50-100 years for Grenache. The Glaetzer family has a long-standing history in the Barossa Valley, with winemaker Ben Glaetzer continuing the tradition with a focus on minimal intervention and showcasing old-vine fruit. The 2021 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including good spring rainfall and cooler summer temperatures, contributing to vine health and fruit quality.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Grapes sourced from vines aged 50-100 years.
Fact 02
Minimal intervention winemaking philosophy.
Fact 03
Blend of Shiraz and Grenache from Ebenezer.
Fact 04
Family winemaking history since 1888.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Glaetzer Wines 'Wallace' 2021 is produced using a minimal intervention approach. The Shiraz grapes are matured for 16 months in 2-3 year old oak hogsheads, comprising 80% French and 20% American oak. The Grenache component is treated with minimal oak contact to preserve its fruit character. The winemaking process aims to showcase the purity of fruit from the old vines.
