Irvine Wines Estate The General Shiraz 2020 (6 Bottles) Barossa Valley
$288.00 GST Included
AUSTRALIA WIDE SHIPPING INCLUDED
Colour:
Deep ruby with a light violet hue.
Nose:
Fruits of the forest nougat and spice – cinnamon, nutmeg and powdered ginger.
Palate:
Blood plum and blackberry fruit is carried and lengthened by gentle mocha and bramble undertones. The length and persistence of the flavour on the palate is testament to the pedigree of this North Barossa beauty.
Style:
A full-bodied red wine that shows both freshness and length. The rich flavours of this wine pair nicely with chargrilled meats and vegetables, smoked ribs or savoury beef-based stew. A strong but mellow cheddar would also work well. This wine is drinking well now but could cellar well for a further 3 to 6 years.
General Ron Grey was a distinguished and much revered Australian soldier (1948-83) who became Commissioner Federal Police (1983-88). A graduate of the Royal Military College, Duntroon, he served on active service in Korea (1952-53) where he was wounded in action. In 1965 he saw active service in Borneo where he was Mentioned in Dispatches (MID).
In 1969-70 he commanded the 7th Battalion, The Royal Australian Regiment on its second operational tour in South Vietnam for which service he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO). He was made an Officer in The Order of Australia in 1983 for his service to the Australian Army as a senior commander. In 1983 General Grey was appointed Commissioner, Australian Federal Police for a period of five years.
General Grey was known as a ‘Soldiers General’; he led his soldiers with wisdom, care and respect. He was tough and demanding but always fair; he had the human touch. He passed at age 91 on 20th January 2022. This wine honours General Ron Grey’s service to the nation.
Irvine Wines will be donating 5% of the proceeds from the sale of each bottle to Legacy Australia to support the families of those who have served.
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About Irvine Wines
Irvine Wines was established back in 1983 by a visionary team who succeeded in putting Australian Merlot at the forefront of the world’s very best. Irvine is now re-emerging even stronger, led by a team that combines world-class Barossa winemaking and viticultural traditions with a track record of excellence in innovation.
Irvine Wines are one of the largest privately-owned premium grape growers in the Barossa with over 400 acres of premium Barossa and Eden Valley vineyards. Four generations of Miles’ family expertise ensures the fruit we grow is of the highest quality and harvested with precise timing.
Irvine’s six vineyards span over 400 acres of the most esteemed Barossa and Eden Valley regions. These prime regions are home to some of the world’s oldest and finest Shiraz and Riesling plantations.
An inherent understanding and respect for provenance together with an ongoing commitment to excellence will ensure the Irvine legacy endures.
