Description
The ‘Schmick’ range is selected from the finest barrels from the best Barossa vineyards of the vintage. These are wines we think look pretty schmick – smart, stylish and particularly good.
Vineyard Source: 2019 Schmick Shiraz was sourced predominately from the R6 and Shed blocks on the Kurtz Family Light Pass vineyard, known for concentrated depth of flavour, fruit complexity and structure.
Vintage Conditions: After a very dry winter, late-spring frosts, wind and hail distrupted budburst and flowering, affecting yields. Some was hot and very dry, with considered irrigation required to see the vines through to harvest. The ow yeilds resulted in great colour, intense flavours and firm tannin structures.
Winemaking: After extended fermentation on skins the wine was matured for 31 months in new French oak hogsheads, further enhancing structure and complexity.
Technical Analysis:
Alcohol: 15.5%
pH: 3.46
Acidity: 7.6 g/L
Colour: Deep red with a dense purple hue.
Nose: A rich, concentrated nose with dark fruit aromas of blackberry, black cherry and cassis. Notes of black olive, spice, dark chocolate, espresso and fine French oak provide multiple layers of complexity.
Palate: Full bodied and textural, with rich, concentrated, mouth-filling flavours of black fruits, dark chocolate, and coffee, drawn together and given focus with fresh, balanced acidity and plush, velvety tannins that provide structure, mouthfeel and great length of flavour.
Peak Drinking: While suitable for current consumption, this wine will integrate and develop further complexity, rewarding careful cellaring for 20 years or more. Decanting prior to serving is recommended.
Food Match: ‘Schmick’ Shiraz is an ideal match with grilled, pan-fried or roasted red meats, and other full-flavoured dishes.
