Massena The Eleventh Hour is a premium wine produced by Massena Vineyards, a renowned winery in the Barossa Valley region of Australia. The wine is made from carefully selected grapes grown in the vineyards of the Barossa Valley, known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-picking and gentle pressing, to ensure the highest quality of the wine. The Eleventh Hour is a full-bodied red wine with rich flavors of dark fruit, chocolate, and spice, balanced by a smooth and velvety texture. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the complexity and elegance of a well-crafted wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Massena The Eleventh Hour Shiraz offers a deep and intense aroma of ripe dark berries and smoky oak.On the palate, the full-bodied Shiraz is lush and velvety, with juicy flavors of dark plum, blackberry, and espresso. The tannins are well-integrated, giving the wine a smooth and balanced finish. Overall, this is an incredibly well-crafted Shiraz that will age gracefully for years to come.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Massena
Region: Barossa Valley
Australia's Barossa Valley is one of the world's most iconic wine regions, located in the state of South Australia. It is renowned for its full-bodied red wines, particularly Shiraz, and is home to some of the oldest and most respected wineries in the country.
The Barossa Valley has a long and storied history in the wine industry. It was first settled by German immigrants in the 1840s, who brought with them their winemaking traditions and expertise. Since then, the region has become one of Australia's most important wine regions, producing some of the country's most iconic wines.