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d'Arenberg

d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Shiraz

Australia, McLaren Vale

Red wine

3.5

Expert Rating

3.6

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WINE DESCRIPTION

d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Shiraz is a premium wine produced by d'Arenberg, a renowned winery in McLaren Vale, Australia. The vineyard features old, gnarled vines that produce grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including open-top fermentation and basket pressing, resulting in a wine that is rich, complex, and full-bodied. The Stump Jump Shiraz is a classic example of McLaren Vale Shiraz, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. It is a versatile wine that pairs well with a variety of dishes, making it a great choice for any occasion.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Shiraz is a brilliant expression of the Australian Shiraz grape.On the nose, it has warm aromas of ripe berries, plums, and red fruits, with a hint of spice. On the palate, it is full-bodied and lush, with a smooth and velvety texture. Rich and flavorful, it has a great balance of tannins and acidity, with a long, lingering finish. It is an accessible and food-friendly wine that will pair well with a wide range of dishes.

EXPERT RATING

3.5

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: d'Arenberg

Region: McLaren Vale

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

3.6

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