Wirra Wirra Church Block

Details

A wealth of cassis, plums and black cherries are tethered to the palate with smartly ripened tannin. Dense, plush and balanced with a lovely core of ripe fruit, this wine is effortless in its harmony and energy.

Appellation: McLaren Vale

Region: McLaren Vale, Australia

Vintage: 2022

Style: Red

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz

Vinification: Crushed and destemmed en route to the fermenter. Ferments were pumped over two to four times daily to assist flavour and colour extraction, as well as spreading heat through the cap and body of the ferment. Nearing completion, pump overs were reduced. Close to dryness, the wine was drained and pressed. Completed the secondary malolactic fermentation in tank or barrel, with oak selection and maturation times tailored to each wine and varietal – parcels showing a more powerful structure receiving a longer maturation time in oak before blending.

Alcohol: 14.5%

Farming: Biodynamic

Allergens: Sulphites

Pairing suggestion: Grilled sirloin steak with browned butter and pepper sauce, or a portobello mushroom burger with halloumi and beetroot relish.