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2022 Gnarly Dudes Shiraz

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A large volume of rich fruit engulf your palate, this is deep, rich, layered and long. Delicious fruits evolve along the palate and you left with a richly rewarding experience, This is Barossa all the way and the tannin hold a plushness, nerve and energy that give
immediate enjoyment.

Tasting Notes

COLOUR | A deep strong black in colour.

AROMA |
The aromatics are lifted and very intense. A tight
bouquet slowly emerges with notes of cedar, raspberry, cola, black current, menthol and blood plum.
PALATE | The palate opens with a generous wave of dark fruit, plush yet vibrant, reflecting the low yields and early ripening of the season. Rich blackberries and boysenberry compote drive through, supported by savoury undertones of cracked pepper and charcuterie. Tannins are supple, and woven seamlessly into the fruit core, lending shape and energy without overwhelming. The finish is long, pure, and persistent, carrying notes of dark fruits and spice well beyond the last sip. Enjoy now for its generosity and drive, or cellar for 8+ years to see the layers deepen and the tannins soften further.

The Growing Season

After our second La Niña year I a row, the vineyards received
an above average winter rainfall, we then progressed into a
very mild spring and an equally mild summer with only one
day recorded over 40oC. Due to slightly later flowering, the
vines were set up to mature at a slower than usual pace, this
put the start of vintage back around 3 weeks on average, these
mild ripening conditions allowed for slower than usual favour
development, this matched with lower yield across the board has
resulted in another quality harvest.

Vinification

WINEMAKING | The parcels of fruit were crushed into and fermented in 3, 5, 7 and 10 tonne open top vessels. Regular pump overs three times daily were performed during the peak of fermentation. At pressing, the free run and pressings were combined to tank, then racked to barrel for oak maturation.

MATURATION | The wine was matured for 12 months in French oak, 13% new, and the remainder in one to six year old puncheons and hogsheads. All batches were kept separate and blended just prior to bottling.

Technical Information

CLOSURE | Screwcap
VOLUME | 750ml
VARIETAL | Shiraz
REGION | Barossa
ALCOHOL (% vol.) | 14.2%

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