2019 Blackjack Block 6 Shiraz
Blackjack Vineyards is situated on an easterly slope, in the old Apple and Pear growing district of the Harcourt Valley on the foothills of Mt.Alexander. Although just south of Bendigo, the climate is considerably cooler, and normally blessed with “Indian Summer” autumns – cool night and warm clear day- allowing the grapes to slowly ripen. The soil is mostly very old, and not overly fertile, granitic soils. The vineyard is hand pruned and hand-harvested. The Block 6 Shiraz block was planted in 1998.
The Wine
Fermented in traditional open fermenters, hand plunged and aged in small French oak barriques for 22 months.
Palate is crisp, highlighting a core nucleus of dark fruits, plum; liquorice and star anise.
A savouriness adds complexity and depth. Fine grape and French oak tannins add backbone.
In a word: Elegant.
Delicious with a classic veal Osso Bucco
Suggested cellaring: 4-10 years
Gold Medal 2021 Rutherglen Wine Show
Blackjack Vineyards is situated on an easterly slope, in the old Apple and Pear growing district of the Harcourt Valley on the foothills of Mt.Alexander. Although just south of Bendigo, the climate is considerably cooler, and normally blessed with “Indian Summer” autumns – cool night and warm clear day- allowing the grapes to slowly ripen. The soil is mostly very old, and not overly fertile, granitic soils. The vineyard is hand pruned and hand-harvested. The Block 6 Shiraz block was planted in 1998.
The Wine
Fermented in traditional open fermenters, hand plunged and aged in small French oak barriques for 22 months.
Palate is crisp, highlighting a core nucleus of dark fruits, plum; liquorice and star anise.
A savouriness adds complexity and depth. Fine grape and French oak tannins add backbone.
In a word: Elegant.
Delicious with a classic veal Osso Bucco
Suggested cellaring: 4-10 years
Gold Medal 2021 Rutherglen Wine Show
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