Thistledown The Quickening Shiraz
A vibrant Red wine with succulent raspberry and blackcurrant fruit, hints of spice, and a glossy texture
Thistledown The Quickening Shiraz Eden & Ebenezer, Barossa South Australia is a vibrant Red still dry wine crafted from 100% Shiraz grapes. Wild fermented with some whole bunch inclusion and aged in French oak for 6 to 8 months, it offers succulent raspberry and blackcurrant fruit notes, complemented by hints of cracked pepper, cardamom, and thyme, alongside elegant floral undertones and a glossy texture. This vegan and vegetarian-friendly wine is deliciously versatile, pairing beautifully with crispy aromatic duck or a roast rib of beef.
75.0CL , 14.5% ABV , Vintage: 2021
Vinification
This wine is all about great fruit, picked at the right time. Frequent vineyard walks determines exactly the right time, the fruit full of energy. Wild fermented, using some whole bunch inclusion play their role in ensuring that this wine is full of bright, fleshy fruit with great texture and spice. Aged in French oak for 6 to 8 months prior to bottling.
Flavour profile
This vibrant Barossa Shiraz offers succulent notes of raspberry and blackcurrant, complemented by hints of cracked pepper, cardamom, and thyme, with an elegant, glossy texture. Floral undertones add complexity.
Serving recommendation
Serve at 12-14°C. Decant for an hour to allow its vibrant fruit and spice to open up.