Description
2011 Woodstock McLaren Vale Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon
2011 Woodstock McLaren Vale Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon, Plum and rhubarb aromas with cassis, some savory 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 savory length.
Winemakers: Scott Collett & Ben Glaetzer
Varietal Composition: Red Blend, 76% Shiraz 24%
Bottling Date: June 2012
bottled, the wine will evolve over time and reward with more complex flavors.
Food Pairings: 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!
Tasting Notes: 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.Ê Fine tannins of Cabernet Sauvignon provide backbone and structure while fleshy Shiraz enriches the body. Both varieties combine with elegance and savory length. Tight and youthful when bottled, the wine will evolve over time and reward with more complex flavors.
Suggested Drinking Window : Between 2012 and 2020
Vintage Notes: Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Woodstock Estate and from neighboring 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.
Tasting Notes
More about the Town:
McLaren Vale is just 40 mins by road from the capital of South Australia- Adelaide, which is part of the Internationally recognized
Wine Capital of the World, only 11 capitals exist including
San Francisco,
Bordeaux,
Bilbao,
Porto,
Mendoza and several others.
McLaren Vale is one of the Iconic regions that host winemakers and wine lovers from all over the world each vintage.
A region that encapsulates 75+ wineries and 150 Vineyards within an open ended Valley that reaches the Southern Ocean. Cooling sea Breezes allow the region to freshen over nights and develop that wonderful acidity that McLaren Vale is famous for.
The Mediterranean climate was so attractive the the European Immigrants back in the 40’s and 50 that we now see a broad array of varietals coming to the for. Italian varietals, Spanish and French styles are perfectly suited to the Vale!!!