Primordial Soup Red Blend vs The Balloonist Shiraz 2024
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £8.99 | £8.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Boutinot | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Shiraz | Shiraz |
| Country | — | Australia |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Primordial Soup Red Blend
Primordial Soup Red Blend is an approachable and vibrant red from South Africa's Western Cape , crafted by Boutinot South Africa from Cinsault and Shiraz grapes. Fresh, sappy, and intensely youthful at just 11% ABV, this is a red that captures the essence of South African cultivars in their most accessible and enjoyable form. Why You'll Love It Boutinot South Africa is driven by a passion for discovery and a desire to capture the true character of South African vineyards. Primordial Soup Red is the red counterpart to their White Blend, sharing the same philosophy: great fruit, careful winemaking, and a touch of ingenuity. Inspired by the illustrations of German naturalist Ernst Haeckel and the ancient maritime caves of Pinnacle Point, this is a wine that combines history, science, and art in every glass. A portion of the blend is passed through a spinning cone column to gently reduce alcohol while retaining aromatic intensity, producing a wine that is genuinely refreshing without sacrificing character. Vineyard and Production Cinsault and Shiraz grapes are harvested from the Western Cape and whole-bunch pressed. Fermentation is carefully controlled, followed by malolactic fermentation. A portion of the blend is passed through a spinning cone column to gently reduce alcohol while retaining volatile aroma compounds, before being reintegrated to create a balanced wine of approximately 11% ABV. Tasting Notes Bright, youthful aromas of fresh red berries with hints of summer pudding. The palate is fresh and sappy, showing crushed Morello cherries and a cranberry tang, finishing with a touch of spice. A crunchy, approachable red that is hard to put down. Perfect Pairings Pairs wonderfully with a wide range of dishes, from steak and chips or bangers and mash to oriental cuisine and fresh summer salads. Serve slightly chilled for maximum enjoyment. Grape Varieties Cinsault, Shiraz
The Balloonist Shiraz 2024
The Balloonist is an elegant, vibrant Shiraz from South East Australia. Approachable and fruit-driven, it delivers dark fruit, savoury spice, and a silky texture at an outstanding everyday price. A reliable, crowd-pleasing red wine that consistently over-delivers for the money. Why You'll Love It Shiraz is Australia's signature red grape, and South East Australia's warm, sun-drenched conditions are perfectly suited to producing the variety's characteristic richness and depth. The Balloonist keeps things fresh and approachable, with a lower ABV of 12.5% that makes it lighter on its feet than many Australian Shiraz. Fruit-forward, smooth, and endlessly versatile, it is the kind of bottle that works equally well on a weeknight or at a dinner party. Vineyard & Production Sourced from vineyards across South East Australia , where the warm climate and diverse terroir produce Shiraz grapes of natural richness and aromatic intensity. Crafted by Ehrmanns, who work with a select network of producers chosen for their quality and responsiveness, the wine is vinified to highlight the variety's vibrant dark fruit character while maintaining freshness and balance. Tasting Notes Deep ruby in colour. The nose offers dark fruit aromas of blackberry and plum layered with savoury spice. On the palate, it is elegant and vibrant with a silky texture and a long, juicy finish. Perfect Pairings A versatile food wine, pairing beautifully with grilled meats, lamb, burgers, and hearty pasta dishes. Also excellent alongside barbecued meats, mature cheddar, or a classic beef stew. The Blend 100% Shiraz
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