Darling Cellars - DC De-Alcoholised Shiraz

THE STORY BEHIND THE LABEL

De-alcoholised does not mean compromising on taste and this wine is made from premium quality grapes bursting with flavour. The grapes were harvested from dryland farmed vineyards in Darling, where the vines are not trellised and planted as bush vines.

IN THE VINEYARD

Strategically selected sites which get the warm sunny days and cooling effect of the Atlantic Ocean. Deep soils from decomposed granite, clay rich, good drainage

Vineyard type : Bush Vine, no irrigation

Yield : 6 t/ha

Balling at Harvest : 24-25°B

WINEMAKING & DE-ALCOHOLISED PROCESS

Crush and destalk, 5-10 days fermentation at 20-30°C

Maturation: After malolactic fermentation, wine is racked into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels and stainless-steel tanks with a combination of French and American oak staves for 12 months to add structure and complexity. The wine is then De-Alcoholised by way of a gently spun cone technology. This is done under vacuum and at low temperature to ensure that the product retains its distinctive wine body, colour and flavour.

WINEMAKER’S COMMENTS

Deep ruby red in colour with hints of ripe red fruit, crushed black pepper, dried rose petals and candied cherries. Well integrated French Oak tannins.

FOOD RECOMMENDATION

A very balanced Red which can be enjoyed with mild curry dishes or a nice slow cooked brisket. Low in calories and vegan-friendly.