Love Over Gold
Love Over Gold Avenue To Gold Mengler's Hill Shiraz
Red wine
4.3
Expert Rating
4.0
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Love Over Gold 'Avenue to Gold' Mengler's Hill Shiraz hails from the Eden Valley, Australia, and is a testament to quality winemaking. Produced with dedication by an undisclosed vintner, this Shiraz benefits from the unique terroir of Mengler's Hill. The vineyards, perched in the Eden Valley, offer optimal conditions with elevated altitudes and well-drained soils. The winemaking process involves meticulous care, including hand-harvesting and a thoughtful aging process, often in oak barrels. The result is a bold and expressive Shiraz with rich, dark fruit flavors, subtle hints of spice, and a velvety finish—a true embodiment of the excellence found in the renowned Eden Valley vineyards.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Love Over Gold Avenue To Gold Mengler's Hill Shiraz is a complex and elegant wine that showcases the best qualities of Shiraz grapes.The wine exhibits a deep ruby color with hints of purple, indicating its youthfulness. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and plums, accompanied by subtle notes of vanilla and spice from oak aging.
On the palate, this Shiraz is full-bodied and rich, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and luxurious mouthfeel. The flavors of black fruits continue to dominate, with additional layers of black pepper, licorice, and a touch of dark chocolate. The wine displays excellent balance, with the fruitiness complemented by well-integrated oak and a refreshing acidity.
Love Over Gold Avenue To Gold Mengler's Hill Shiraz is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has the potential to age gracefully. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, especially lamb or beef, as well as hearty stews and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2057
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Love Over Gold
Region: South Australia
South Australia is located in the southern part of the continent, emcompassing most of the countrie's renowned wine regions.
South Australia has a long and proud history of winemaking, dating back to the early 19th century. The first vines were planted in the Barossa Valley in 1842, and the region quickly became known for its quality wines. The Coonawarra region was established in the late 19th century, and is now renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Clare Valley and McLaren Vale regions were also established in the 19th century, and are now known for their Riesling and Shiraz respectively.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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