d'Arenberg D'arry's Original Grenache Shiraz 2006

South Australia, Australia
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Tasting note:

Made from 100% McLaren Vale fruit which is 50% Grenache and 50% Shiraz grapes. A tiny proportion of the Shiraz component underwent a carbonic fermentation which enhances the lifted spicy characters. Once the fermentation is nearly complete, traditional foot-trading takes place prior to basket-pressing. The aroma suggests a cooler year due to its intensity and spicy notes. The savoury mineral aromas and tighter-than-normal palate structure also indicates a cool year. Aged 12 months in new and older American and French oak barriques including large casks. Great dark red fruit extraction: mulberry, dark prunes, cranberry and tarry notes. Good acidity. Closed with a screwcap. Food matches: marinated chicken on the grill, bison steak, rare roast beef, kangaroo, mushrooms.

Reviewed March 24, 2009 by Natalie MacLean

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Serve this wine between 60-65 degrees Farenheit or 15-18 degrees Celsius.

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