2021 Kaesler Old Vine Shiraz

A blend of three incredible Kaesler estate “old” estate grown vineyards located around the winery. This wine was matured in a combination of new and season French Oak Puncheons for 16 months. The Old Vine Shiraz is elegant, balanced, and complex; the hallmarks of Kaesler Shiraz, with rich, black fruits and delicate tannins.

VINTAGE CONDITIONS
The 2021 vintage was in a word ‘Brilliant’. Barossa saw cool and dry conditions which has produced excellent quality reds and whites. Great growing conditions combined with good yields created a memorable harvest, with all wines showing a wide array of aromas and flavours. Soft supple tannins are in abundance in the reds which has ensured easy drinking in their youth, with careful cellaring also reaping rewards. The highlight for 2021 was the overall quality, a genuine 10/10 season.

WINEMAKING
Sourced from three estate grown vineyards planted in 1961 & 1965. Hand picked before fermentation for 7 and 9 days. The wine saw no fining or filtration and was matured in a combination of new and seasoned French Oak for 16 months.

APPEARANCE: Deep crimson with dense purple hue.
BOUQUET: Ripe blackberries and plums with some ark chocolate and toasty oak.
PALATE: Rich black fruits and delicate tannins.
FOOD MATCH: Beef and other red meat dishes, or slow roasted root vegetables.

Region: Barossa Valley
Alc/Vol: 14.5%