WINE DESCRIPTION
Nine Stones originated from a collaboration between Leonard Paul "Len" Evans, the "godfather of the Australian wine industry," and his friend Denis Powers. Both men, of Celtic origin, named the brand after the Celtic tradition of standing stones, which symbolize tribal meeting places and the Sky-God's wheel. The name “Nine Stones” also reflects the Celts' belief in the luck associated with the number nine. The brand initially launched three Shiraz wines, each showcasing the region's characteristics. Today, Nine Stones is owned by Calabria Family Wines, a family-owned company dedicated to producing premium wines and honoring Len Evans' legacy.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This medium-bodied Shiraz from Nine Stones is a delightful blend of ripe fruit, spice and pepper.On the palate, it offers a plummy core with hints of dark berries and cocoa before leading into a long and satisfying finish. It's well-structured, with good balance and a smooth texture that makes it a pleasure to drink.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Almost dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Nine Stones
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
3.4
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