Keith Tulloch The Kester Shiraz 2022 vs Klein Constantia Estate Red 2022
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £29.99 | £29.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Keith Tulloch | Klein Constantia |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Shiraz | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Region | — | Bordeaux |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Keith Tulloch The Kester Shiraz 2022
Keith Tulloch The Kester Shiraz is a profound, deeply structured red wine crafted as a heartfelt homage to the winemaker's ancestors. Sourced entirely from centenarian vines planted in the historic soils of the Hunter Valley, this exceptional Shiraz captures the perfect intersection of power and cool-climate elegance. It represents a monumental, highly collectible bottling from one of Australia’s premier family-owned estates, celebrating both heritage and masterful craftsmanship. Why You'll Love It This is Hunter Valley Shiraz at its absolute zenith, displaying an extraordinary depth of flavour that only centenarian, dry-farmed vines can deliver. Masterfully combining modern precision with historic winemaking techniques, Keith Tulloch has created a red with incredible cellar potential that remains wonderfully approachably and luxurious. The inclusion of a tiny touch of Viognier and traditional hand-plunging produces an incredibly polished, complex palate that stands as a benchmark for premium Australian wine. Vineyard & Production The grapes are hand-harvested from low-yielding, dry-farmed vineyards boasting vines over a century old. Drawing inspiration from his time in the Rhône Valley, specifically working with the legendary Hermitage vineyards of Jaboulet, Keith co-ferments the Shiraz with a trace of Viognier in open vats for four weeks. Regular hand-plunging is employed to gently extract structural tannins and aromatic complexity. The wine is then matured for 20 months in fine French oak barriques, providing a velvety, integrated support that enhances the wine's incredible length. Tasting Notes Pouring a deep, dense ruby, this Shiraz opens with a heady, complex bouquet of jaffa orange and fresh orange blossom, layered over rich concentrated blackcurrant, anise, and wild blackberry. As the wine breathes, subtle hints of juniper and crushed wild herbs begin to emerge. The palate is muscular and beautifully structured, dominated by intense flavours of black cherry,
Klein Constantia Estate Red 2022
Klein Constantia Estate Red is the estate's signature Bordeaux-style blend, crafted to showcase the character of the Constantia Valley. Combining elegance with structure, this wine reflects the estate's granitic soils and cooling sea breezes that bring freshness and balance, marrying tradition with contemporary winemaking excellence. Why You'll Love It This is South African red winemaking at its finest — elegant, structured, and beautifully balanced with exceptional complexity. Founded in 1685, Klein Constantia is one of South Africa's most historic estates, located on the foothills of Table Mountain overlooking False Bay. Long celebrated for its legendary Vin de Constance, the estate also produces exceptional red blends that showcase the unique terroir of the Constantia Valley. With 12 to 18 months in French oak and careful blending of classic Bordeaux varieties, this wine offers outstanding quality from one of South Africa's most prestigious estates. Vineyard and Production Sourced from Klein Constantia's vineyards in the Constantia Valley, benefiting from granitic soils and cooling sea breezes that bring freshness and balance. The blend draws on classic Bordeaux varieties, with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Malbec at its core, alongside smaller proportions of other grapes. Hand-harvested, destemmed and fermented in stainless steel, before maturation in French oak barrels for around 12 to 18 months to integrate tannins and develop complexity. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour with aromas of blackcurrant, plum and dark cherry, with hints of cedar, graphite and spice. The palate is structured yet supple, with ripe tannins supporting flavours of cassis, red berry fruit and subtle oak. The finish is long, elegant and finely balanced. Perfect Pairings Pairs beautifully with roast lamb, beef dishes, venison or rich vegetarian options like mushroom ragu. Also excellent with grilled steak, aged cheeses or hearty stews. Serve at 16 to 18 degrees. Grape Varieties Cabernet
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