16 Stops Shiraz
A vibrant red wine with dark plum and black pepper notes, finishing with silky tannins, perfect with roasted meats
16 Stops Shiraz from Riverland, McLaren Vale, Adelaide, Australia is a still, dry red wine crafted from Shiraz grapes. Fermented in stainless steel with gentle extraction, a small proportion is matured in French oak hogsheads for added complexity. It presents a deep crimson colour, with a lifted nose of dark plum, red berries, black pepper and spice. The palate mirrors these flavours with an earthy, savoury tone and fresh, silky tannins, leading to a beautifully long finish. This wine is also suitable for vegans and vegetarians, pairing wonderfully with roasted meats or mature cheeses.
75.0CL , 14.0% ABV , Vintage: 2021
Vinification
The wine was fermented in stainless steel fermenters with minimal cap management allowing soft and gentle extraction of the natural tannins from the fruit. Following seven days on the skins, the juice was pressed to tank. The majority was matured in tank, with a small proportion matured in French oak hogsheads for added complexity.
Flavour profile
This Australian Shiraz presents a deep crimson hue, offering a lifted nose of dark plum, red berries, black pepper, and notable spice. The palate echoes these flavours with an earthy, savoury undertone, supported by fresh, silky tannins that lead to a beautifully long finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 16-18°C; decant for an hour to allow its rich character to unfold.