Turkey Flat Grenache

Wine information: Turkey Flat was founded in 1847 by Silesian refugee Johann Frederick August Fiedler who planted Shiraz vines in the rich alluvial soils adjacent to the Bethany Creek. Turkey Flat is the local name for the vineyard property and is believed to be so named by the original settlers in the late1840’s after the large flocks of native bush turkeys (Australian Bustard) in the area. The Turkey Flat vineyards and winery are now situated on the historic Section One property in the centre of the Barossa. The Schulz family became owners of the Turkey Flat property in around 1865 and while they continued to tend the ancient vineyard, they also developed a thriving butchers business. Turkey Flat wines are made from five individual vineyard estates, all owned by Peter and Christie Schulz. Grenache has its origins in Spain and is a favourite in Southern Australia due to its ability to withstand extremes of heat, aridity and wind, it produces wines of exceptional quality, providing yields are kept low. This wine is made from 90 year old Grenache vines grown on the Turkey Flat Vineyard. These old vines produce fantastically concentrated fruit which translates into a style of Grenache for which Turkey Flat has become famous.

Tasting Notes: Turkey Flat Grenache displays aromas of dark cherry, stewed plum and spice. The palate is full with cherry chocolate and cassis flavours, overlain with warmth and peppery spices.

Reviews: "Richer, deeper, and fuller-bodied with more nuances, the 2005 Grenache exhibits a flowery, black raspberry and sweet kirsch-scented bouquet. A bigger better effort than its older sibling, it should drink well for 5-7 years." 91 Points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate – Issue 167, October 2006.

 
   

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