d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz is a premium wine produced by d'Arenberg, a renowned winery in McLaren Vale, Australia. The wine is made from Shiraz grapes grown in the vineyards of the region, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including open fermentation and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a full-bodied and complex wine with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate. The wine's style is characterized by its boldness and intensity, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy powerful and flavorful red wines. Overall, d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz is a top-quality wine that showcases the best of McLaren Vale's winemaking traditions.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz is a bold and intense Shiraz from the McLaren Vale of South Australia.On the nose, it has intense aromas of blackberry, plum, nutmeg, and pepper. On the palate, it has flavors of blackberry, blackcurrant, and spice, with slight notes of oak and a hint of earthiness. The tannins are soft and silky, and the finish is long and lingering. This is an excellent example of a classic Australian Shiraz and it will be a great match for grilled meats or hearty stews.
McLaren Vale is an important wine-producing region in the Fleurieu Peninsula, south of Australian. It is renowned for its award-winning Shiraz, as well as other grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
McLaren Vale has a long and proud history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the region in 1838. The region’s first commercial winery, Bleasdale, was established in 1850, and the region has been producing quality wines ever since. In the early 1900s, McLaren Vale was one of the most important wine regions in Australia, and it continues to be a major player in the Australian wine industry today.
CUSTOMER RATING
3.8
23 Reviews
Vintage 2019
06-12-2024
Leoncio
Bold and concentrated Shiraz with a substantial full-bodied profile, expertly graceful with nuanced oak notes. The wine's vibrant colour and enticing aroma make it a standout, a true winner in its class.
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Vintage 2019
25-11-2024
Phinie Fierstos
Rich, full-bodied wine with a deep, deep color. The nose is highlighted by by a powerful blackberry and blueberry profile, with undertones of cherry and vanilla. The texture is rounded, with nuances of morello cherry, plum, and milk chocolate, accompanied by a peppery linger and a understated eucalyptus note.
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Vintage 2019
21-08-2024
Soyoung Pluger
Intricate and layered nose with deep fruit and soft smoke, giving way to a rich and silky consistency on the palate, featuring ripe black cherry, plum, and earthy undertones, alongside suggestions of licorice, oak, and a undertone of vanilla.