Grant Burge Balthasar Shiraz / Viognier

Notes - This is the second release of Shiraz / Viognier blend, which Grant has been experimenting successfully with for a number of years. The blend is 96% Shiraz and 4% Viognier, with the majority of the fruit sourced from Eden Valley. The wine was pressed in stainless steel tanks, then matured in one, two and three year old French hogsheads for 15 months. A vibrant cherry red in colour, with delicate floral rose petal, spice and white pepper aromas, this wine is elegant and restrained, with a softer palate than the previous vintage. Well structured, with soft tannins, the palate is mouth-filling and approachable, with delicate berry, spice and pepper flavours, and a long smooth finish. It is drinking very well now, and is an ideal accompaniment to Eastern style spice tangines and curries and will also cellar for the next seven to eight years.
 
     

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