Grenache Shiraz 2006
The cool and late vintage conditions of 2006 have assisted the Grenache in delivering a flavour profile that is an exciting representation of this variety in its traditional mode.
Rosily Vineyard has produced a small batch (96 cases) of this wine, in a style that suits those who prefer a lighter red wine; albeit one that still has good length and focused varietial expression.
Download Tasting Notes for this Wine (PDF)» Tasting Notes
Appearance
Clear and bright medium red with a crimson hue.
Nose
Lifted spice, floral and toffee characters.
Palate
Light to medium bodied with a soft mouth feel and fine grain tannins. Mix of flavours including red berries, earth and spice with subtle French oak influence.
Cellaring
This wine is suited to early drinking as well as having the capacity to develop 2 – 4 years from the release date.
» Technical Data
Amount
76% Grenache, 24% Shiraz
Cropping Level
Grenache – 3.47tonne / acre Shiraz – 2.41tonne / acre
Harvest Dates
Grencahe - 14th April 2006, Shiraz 24th of April 2006
Alcohol/Volume
14%
Oak Treatment
16 months maturation in French Oak (35% New)
» Production History
2001: 88 cases, 2002: 118 cases ,2003: 240 cases, 2004: Not produced, 2005: Not produced, 2006: 96 cases