Keith Tulloch The Kester Shiraz 2022 vs Torres Salmos Priorat
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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 | Torres |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Shiraz | Garnacha |
| Region | — | Priorat |
| 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,
Torres Salmos Priorat
Torres Salmos is a powerful, characterful red from the rugged heart of Priorat, one of Spain's most prestigious wine regions. Crafted by Familia Torres from Cariñena and Garnacha , it is a wine shaped by extreme terrain, ancient soils, and centuries of winemaking heritage. Why You'll Love It Priorat is one of only two Spanish regions to hold the coveted DOCa status, and Salmos captures everything that makes it exceptional. Familia Torres, one of Spain's most respected producers, honours the legacy of the Carthusian monks who first cultivated vines here over 800 years ago, while delivering a wine that is unmistakably modern in its precision and polish. This is Priorat at a genuinely accessible price point. Vineyard & Production The vineyards sit on steep slopes of llicorella, the distinctive black slate soil unique to Priorat, which forces vines to dig deep for water and nutrients, concentrating flavour dramatically. Extreme diurnal temperature swings between day and night preserve natural acidity and aromatic complexity. The wine is aged in oak, adding structure and depth without masking the raw intensity of the terroir. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour, Salmos opens with aromas of ripe black fruit, balsamic notes, and subtle spice. The palate is powerful yet refined, with concentrated blackberry and plum flavours supported by well-integrated oak. Firm tannins and lively acidity carry through to a long, mineral-tinged finish, a hallmark of the slate soils beneath. Perfect Pairings A natural partner for roasted lamb, game dishes, rich stews, and mature cheeses. Its structure and intensity make it equally at home alongside hearty Mediterranean cuisine or a well-aged cote de boeuf. The Blend Cariñena and Garnacha
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