{"product_id":"charles-melton-the-father-in-law-australie","title":"Charles Melton - The Father in Law - 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eLocated in the renowned Barossa Valley, northeast of Adelaide, the Charles Melton estate boasts a vineyard of old vines rooted in diverse soils of silt, clay, and gravel. The warm, dry climate, tempered by cool breezes from the surrounding hills, allows the grapes to reach optimal ripeness while preserving their freshness. The parcels selected for The Father in Law come from historic sites within the valley, meticulously tended to produce moderate yields and a natural concentration, emblematic of this Australian terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe red grapes for this cuvée are harvested at perfect ripeness and then destemmed before fermentation in vats, conducted using traditional methods to preserve the fruit and structure. Maceration is managed through regular pump-overs to extract color and supple tannins. After racking and gentle pressing, the wine is transferred to oak barrels for aging, combining old and new wood to impart aromatic complexity and integrate the tannins, before the final blending and bottling at the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis wine reveals notes of \u003cstrong\u003eripe black fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003ejuicy plum\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e , complemented by spicy touches of \u003cstrong\u003epepper\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elicorice\u003c\/strong\u003e , as well as subtle woody nuances of \u003cstrong\u003evanilla\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etoasted oak\u003c\/strong\u003e . More delicate accents of \u003cstrong\u003eviolet\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esweet tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e add complexity and depth. On the palate, the wine is full and velvety, supported by ripe yet structured tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, warm, and flavorful finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valade \u0026 Transandine","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":56583765557596,"sku":null,"price":37.62,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Set of 3 bottles (75cl)","offer_id":56583765590364,"sku":null,"price":112.86,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0284\/0032\/0643\/files\/The-Father-In-Law-Shiraz-2016.jpg?v=1769598098","url":"https:\/\/www.lebaroudeurduvin.com\/en-nl\/products\/charles-melton-the-father-in-law-from-australia","provider":"Le Baroudeur du Vin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}