At the table with Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023
An ideal companion for your wild barbecues! Try it with a beech wood-smoked Montbéliarde sausage accompanied by green lentils, an Indian-style rack of lamb or a fillet of doe with grand veneur sauce.
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Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023Bear Creek & Samantha Bailey
The “ Rib Tickler Shiraz ” vintage is made from 100% Syrah grapes. The 30-year-old vines are grown near Sacramento, a sunny climate where the San Francisco Bay and the San Joaquin-Sacramento River Delta, provide airflow and essential cooling influences, allowing the grapes to ripen leisurely . The grapes are destemmed and pressed. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vats, preserving the fruity and juicy character of the Syrah. Then, the wine is aged for 4 months in oak barrels to give it spices and character. This wine exudes notes of raspberry , blackberry , wild strawberry , plum , toasted caramel , coffee and licorice . The ripe and juicy fruits make the wine delicious and juicy on the palate, complemented by peppery notes. The finish is suave and persistent.
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California
If 50 American states produce wine, Californian production alone represents approximately 85% of the country's production, making this state the 4th largest producer in the world behind Italy, France and Spain. The climate is strongly influenced by the Pacific Ocean which at this latitude is a cold ocean. The wine-growing regions located near the Pacific have an oceanic climate becoming Mediterranean the further inland you go from the ocean and it becomes more continental near the Sierra Nevada. Bays and openings to the sea, such as San Pablo Bay, act as thermal regulators on viticulture, particularly in Napa and Sonoma Valley.
The little history of the country
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In the United States, 90% of the wine produced comes from California. It was the influx of gold prospectors to California that boosted the California wine industry in the mid-19th century, particularly in the Sonoma and Napa region. At the start of the 20th century, there were 800 wineries. From 1919 to 1933 Prohibition destroyed the vast majority of the California wine industry so that by 1933, only 140 wineries remained producing wine. It was only from 1960 that the wine industry began to recover from Prohibition and California was primarily known for the production of fortified wines (in the style of Port). It was also in the 1960s that some of the most famous estates were created (Mondavi, Heitz Wine Cellars, Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, etc...).
In 1976, a significant event took place: the legendary tasting competition better known as the "Judgment of Paris". He sees the greatest French wines opposing the new American wines. This May 24, an unexpected result shakes the world of wine, since to everyone's surprise, it is the United States which wins. However, this competition remains relatively unknown to the general public.
Today, there is no doubt that the United States produces great wines. Even though California largely monopolizes the reputation of American wines with its excellent Zinfandels, the state of Oregon produces some of the best Pinot Noir in the world and the state of Washington offers excellent Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon.
All about Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023
At what temperature should Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023 be served?
Between 15 and 17 °C.
How long can Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023 be kept?
Ageing potential: 1 to 5 years, until around 2028. Store the bottle lying down, away from light, at around 12 °C.
Which grapes make up Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023?
Grapes: 100% Syrah. Origin: California, United States. Alcohol: 13.5%.
What to serve with Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023?
Rib Tickler Shiraz 2023 pairs well with lamb, beef, game and grilled vegetables. Our dish ideas are in the food pairing box at the top of the page.