WOODSTOCK McLAREN VALE Proudly Australian and family owned

Woodstock Wine Estate

Douglas Gully Road, McLaren Flat, SA 5171
Mail: PO Box 150, McLaren Vale, SA 5171
Phone: +61 (0)8 8383 0156
Fax: +61 (0)8 8383 0437
woodstock@woodstockwine.com.au

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2008 Woodstock Shiraz Cabernet

Background

 

In this classic Australian blend, Shiraz provides fleshy fruit, spice and middle palate weight, and the Cabernet Sauvignon provides a sturdy backbone and structured texture. A perfect synergy of 2 prominent Australian red varieties.

 

Winemaking

 

Fruit for this wine was sourced from the estate as well as neighbouring vineyards in McLaren Vale. It spent over 18 months in a combination of 2 and 3 year old seasoned French and American oak to enhance subtle complexity without the dominance of oak.

 

The Wine

 

A burst of juicy grape flavours showing plums, dark berries, black currants, a touch of pepper and spice. It is lush and lively displaying good harmony between two of Australia's most prominent varietal's. Maturation in 2 and 3 year American and French oak barrels adds complexity. It is clean and approacchable with good intensity build around a fine tannin backbone.

 

Serving Suggestion

Slow braised Osso Bucco served with mashed potatoes and lightly steamed French beans. A splash of Woodstock Shiraz Cabernet in the sauce whilst cooking would make this match perfect!

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2008 Woodstock Shiraz Cabernet

Winemakers

Scott Collett & Ben Glaetzer

Varietal Composition

61% Shiraz 39% Cabernet Sauvignon

Bottling Date

SEPTEMBER 2009

Technical Data

Alcohol 14.5%
pH 3.43
Acidity 6.68 g/L
Residual Sugar 2.9 g/L

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