Wirra Wirra Church Block Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz - Merlot
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Most Reviewed
2014
750 mL
WINE DESCRIPTION
Wirra Wirra Church Block Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz - Merlot is a premium red wine produced by Wirra Wirra, a renowned winery located in McLaren Vale, Australia. The wine is a blend of three classic grape varieties - Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, and Merlot - sourced from the winery's own vineyards. The vineyards are situated in a unique location with a Mediterranean climate, which allows for the grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's structure and complexity. The resulting wine is a full-bodied, rich and complex red with notes of blackcurrant, plum, and spice, making it a perfect match for hearty meat dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Wirra Wirra Church Block Cabernet Sauvignon - Shiraz - Merlot is an excellent blend of three classic grapes.On the nose, it reveals aromas of blackcurrant, blueberry, dark chocolate, and a hint of cedar. On the palate, this full-bodied wine is rich and velvety, with ripe tannins and a long finish. Enjoy this complex and elegant blend with sharp cheeses, grilled meats, or a hearty stew.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
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:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Wirra Wirra
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.