Woodstock Wines Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 1500mL Magnum 2011 (1 Bottle) McLaren Vale, South Australia

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BACKGROUND
In this classic Australian blend, Shiraz provides fleshy fruit, spice and middle palate weight, and the Cabernet Sauvignon provides a sturdy tannin backbone, structure and texture… a perfect synergy of two prominent Australian red varieties.

WINEMAKING
Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Woodstock Estate and from neighbouring vineyards in McLaren Vale were very carefully selected for this wine. Being a wetter than normal vintage, every vine was carefully checked before harvest to ensure berries were in good condition. Maturation for 12 months in a combination of 2 and 3 year old seasoned French and American oak enhanced the subtle complexity without dominating the fruit.

THE WINE
Plum and rhubarb aromas with cassis, some savoury spice and mouth-watering hints of fennel and caraway entice a taste. These characters follow through onto the palate, with the underlying warmth of oak. Fine tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon provide backbone and structure while fleshy Shiraz enriches the body. Both varieties combine with elegance and savoury length. Tight and youthful when bottled, the wine will evolve over time and reward with more complex flavours.

SERVING SUGGESTION
Plum and rosemary lamb shanks served with herbed couscous and steamed green beans. A good splash of Woodstock Shiraz Cabernet in the sauce while cooking makes this match perfect!

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About Woodstock Wines

To capture the essence of McLaren Vale we strive for absolute quality, beginning in our old vineyards through every phase of winemaking to the wines before you, wherever that may be. The WOODSTOCK wine portfolio includes a range of sparkling wines, fresh aromatic whites, opulent yet finely structured reds and finally, an eclectic selection of after-dinner wines.

he majority of our wines are sourced from WOODSTOCK Estate, which lies between McLaren Flat and Blewitt Springs, east of the town of McLaren Vale. Winemaker Scott Collett’s close proximity and deep understanding of these vineyards over many years maintains strict quality benchmarks of maximum flavour and intensity for which the WOODSTOCK Estate is known.

Although not yet certified organic, our vines are treated with minimal impact sprays and no pesticides. We tend our vine canopies by hand, and if required the vines are leaf plucked or crop thinned to ensure even ripening and good concentration of berry flavours.

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