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Local winegrowers were all smiles after Clare Valley’s 2021 vintage. Vines awoke to late winter and early spring rainstorms, which made for a refreshing start to the growing season. Summer was “classically Clare,” filled with blue skies, moderate temperatures and unrushed ripening. These Shiraz vineyards are planted in the valley’s hilly northeast section, surrounded by old gum tree groves. Here, grapes enjoy warm days and cold nights, producing fruit with poised acidity, plush tannins and exceptional regional character.
Clare Valley lies north of South Australia’s coastal capital, Adelaide. This small wine region is notably cooler than the surrounding area. Its vineyards are planted throughout rolling hills between 900 and 2,000 feet in elevation. Long, sun-filled summers drag leisurely into autumn, with warm days tempered by afternoon breezes and brisk nights. This climate shapes distinctive Shiraz wines with fine-tuned complexity and balance. These styles are prized for their fragrant aromas, rich dark fruit character, balanced acidity and smooth tannins.
Inky, opulent and concentrated are just a few words that describe our 2021 Shiraz. This bold wine pulls you into the glass with aromas of blackberry, olive tapenade and spice. Rich licorice, fig and balsamic flavors power a dense palate where acidity and tannin are balanced perfectly. This wine’s velvety textures and savory flavors linger long after each sip has finished.
Blackberry, olive, spice, licorice, fig, balsamic
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This Shiraz delivers depth and darkness. The best pairings will match its flavor intensity and play into its ripe fruit characteristics and spice. Char-grilled and smoked red meats with salty rubs will emphasize the wine’s full body and fruit. Harmonize flavors by topping these with dark glazes that feature fig or balsamic. For vegetarian dishes, focus on hearty vegetables and starches, using seasonings and sauces that can stand up to a bold wine, like salty olive tapenade or tangy barbecue.
Menu suggestions
• Grilled figs stuffed with smoked gouda
• Spaghetti with olive and tomato sauce
• Smoked sausage risotto
• Beef tenderloin in balsamic glaze
• Black pepper baby back ribs
• Char-grilled lamb chops with fig sauce
Temperature: Room temperature (60–65°F)
Decanting time: 45 minutes
Glassware: Bordeaux glass
After the March harvest, clusters are sorted to select plump, healthy grapes. The wine then rests in contact with its crushed grape skins before, during and after fermentation to extract as much color and flavor intensity as possible. Then it’s time for aging. In this case, heavily toasted oak was selected to create tantalizing spice notes. The final wine that enters the bottle offers excellent drinkability now and the ability to age beautifully.
• Skin contact enhances the wine’s flavors, tannins and color.
• Toasting or charring on the inside of oak barrels imparts distinct characteristics to wine.
• Rainfall early in the season keeps vines hydrated throughout ripening.
• Mild temperatures encourage slow ripening, developing complex flavors.
2021 Plight of Eyre Shiraz Clare Valley, Australia
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