At the table with Syrah 2022
We recommend a lamb tagine with prunes, spiced meat skewers, moussaka, pigeon with black trumpets or with pressed cheeses.
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Syrah 2022MMAD
The MMAD vineyard is located in the Blewitt Springs area and is planted with Syrah, the oldest vines dating from 1941. The vineyard has fine sands and is exposed to cool south-westerly sea breezes. Beneath the sand lies a layer of ironstone pebbles, and this combination gives the wines both perfume and structure. The fruit was hand-picked, pressed and then fermented (80% destemmed, 20% whole bunches) in open stainless-steel tanks. The wine was then aged for 12 months and bottled unfiltered. This wine reveals notes of blueberry, wild blackberry, black cherry, violet, dark chocolate, graphite and assorted spices. Generous, layered and complex, it has generous tannins and a saline backbone that keep the fruit in balance.
Where are we traveling?
McLaren ValeAustralia
The McLaren Vale region is home to some of the oldest vines in the country, dating back as far as 1850. The main grape varieties planted are Shiraz (55%), Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Chardonnay. The region produces 90% red and 10% white wines. Overall, the climate is Mediterranean, with cool sea breezes that help moderate high temperatures during the growing season. Cold winds from the hills also cool the grapes at some vineyard sites, helping to preserve acidity and structure. Summers and most of the autumn are dry, which helps combat vine diseases. It is no surprise, then, that there are more than a hundred wineries operating in the region, most of them producing excellent wines. The climate also suits olives, and a few wineries produce olive oil alongside their wine.
The little history of the country
Australia
Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multi-generational winemaking families and an ingrained knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to that a thirst to explore and innovate, a fearless attitude and a diverse notebook of 65 wine regions in many climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine country unlike any other.
Australia burst into export markets in the 1980s and since then has been providing the world with vibrant, fruity and exceptional value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, Australian wine history was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diversity of Australia's offering of high quality and regional wines that has always existed.
Australian viticulture is mainly concentrated on the southern oceanic edge where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions located around major cities. Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne and New South Wales around Sydney.
The country is one of the largest wine producers in the world, and was the 4th largest exporter in the world in 2011. This recent development now makes Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines all over the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines which are defined by their terroir.
All about Syrah 2022
At what temperature should Syrah 2022 be served?
Between 16 and 18 °C. An hour in a decanter helps it open up.
How long can Syrah 2022 be kept?
Ageing potential: 10 years or more, until at least 2032. Store the bottle lying down, away from light, at around 12 °C.
Which grapes make up Syrah 2022?
Grapes: 100% Syrah. Origin: South Australia, Australia. Alcohol: 13.5%.
What to serve with Syrah 2022?
Syrah 2022 pairs well with lamb and hard cheese. Our dish ideas are in the food pairing box at the top of the page.