Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz 2023 vs Vigneti Zanatta 'Salana' Cannonau di Sardegna 2024
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| Availability | In stock | Out of stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £15.99 | — |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | — |
| Producer | Thistledown | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Shiraz | Grenache |
| Country | Australia | Italy |
| Sweetness | — | Medium |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy | No current tracked offers |
Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz 2023
Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz is a distinctive, aromatic Australian Shiraz from a historic old vineyard in the Riverland, with vines dating back to the early soldier settlements. Created by Master of Wine Giles Cooke, who founded Thistledown with a vision to craft elegant, textural interpretations of Australian wine, this is a wine that transforms a previously undervalued resource into something thoroughly enjoyable and compelling. A small proportion of Zibibbo (Muscat) and Fiano were co-fermented with the Shiraz using wild yeasts, adding aromatic lift and complexity. Peaches, ripe nectarine, wild raspberry, and spice on the nose, with a soft, silky palate and subtle tannins reminiscent of macerated strawberries and black pepper. Why You'll Love It This is Thistledown Gorgeous Shiraz, produced by Master of Wine Giles Cooke from a single historic old vineyard in the Riverland — a property with vines dating back to the early soldier settlements, offering exceptional depth and character. Giles Cooke has quickly established a reputation for producing some of Australia's most compelling and nuanced wines, with access to some of the country's best vineyards including historic old-vine Grenache. The co-fermentation of Zibibbo (Muscat) and Fiano with the Shiraz using wild yeasts is a distinctive winemaking choice that enhances aroma and complexity, while short ageing in old French oak preserves the aromatic intensity and silky texture. The result is a wine that James Halliday described as “Mindless, in the very best way” — awarding it 90 Points. This is Australian Shiraz with personality, heritage, and effortless drinkability. Vineyard & Winemaking Produced by Thistledown from a single historic old vineyard in the Riverland, South Australia, with vines dating back to the early soldier settlements. Co-fermented with Zibibbo (Muscat) and Fiano using wild yeasts. Short ageing in old French oak (1 month, 100% of the wine, no new oak). Bottled young to preserve aromatic intensity
Vigneti Zanatta 'Salana' Cannonau di Sardegna 2024
Vigneti Zanatta Cannonau di Sardegna is a vibrant and characterful red wine from the sun-drenched island of Sardinia , southern Italy . Made entirely from Cannonau , Sardinia's iconic expression of Grenache , it is a wine of real personality and warmth, rooted in the island's ancient viticultural traditions. Why You'll Love It Cannonau is one of Italy's most distinctive and food-friendly red grapes, and Sardinia is its spiritual home. Marco Zanatta's approach is focused and uncompromising: careful vineyard management, gentle maceration and controlled fermentation to let the variety speak for itself. The result is a wine that is soft, approachable and full of character, with the kind of effortless drinkability that keeps you coming back for another glass. Vineyard and Production Grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness to preserve aromatic freshness and varietal purity. Vinification follows gentle maceration and controlled fermentation, maintaining the wine's soft, approachable character while building enough structure to complement a wide range of dishes. Tasting Notes Lifted aromas of rose petals, violets and plums on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied with a soft, silky texture and gentle tannins, offering notes of blackberries, cherries and subtle spice. Harmonious, elegant and thoroughly enjoyable from first sip to last. Perfect Pairings A wonderfully versatile food wine. Pairs beautifully with pasta dishes, grilled meats, cured meats and hearty cheeses. Also excellent alongside roasted lamb, wild boar ragu or a classic Sardinian charcuterie board. Grape Variety Cannonau
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