Sidewood Shiraz is a premium wine produced by Sidewood Estate, a renowned winery located in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the estate's own vineyards, which are situated at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level. The unique terroir of the region, with its cool climate and ancient soils, imparts a distinct character to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in French oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied Shiraz with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate, balanced by firm tannins and a long, smooth finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Sidewood Shiraz is an intense and complex wine, with a glorious deep ruby color and aromas of black cherry, plum, and subtle notes of spice.On the palate, it is lush and layered, with flavors of ripe blackberry, dark cherry, and hints of mocha and oak. The wine is well-balanced and elegant, with a nice long finish. Enjoy it with a rich beef dish or ripe cheese.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
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: Sidewood
Region: Adelaide Hills
Adelaide Hills is a wine region located in the state of South Australia, Australia. It is one of the most important and renowned wine regions in the country, and is renowned for its cool climate and high quality wines.
Adelaide Hills has a long and rich history in the Australian wine industry. The region was first planted with vines in the early 1800s, and the first commercial winery was established in 1845. Since then, the region has grown in size and stature, and is now one of the most important wine regions in Australia.