De Bortoli Sacred Hill Shiraz – Minty, Crimson and Elegant

The renowned De Bortoli winery is proud to present another elegant range of exuberant wines in the form of Sacred Hill series. This collection features outstanding - quality wines that aptly reflect the richness and elegance of modern Australian winemaking techniques. The winery is located on a rocky outcrop on the rolling hill terrains, where an old hermit used to live in a cave. This served as the inspiration for naming the winery so. The legendary sage, as well as the hill overlooking the Riverine Plains, was adopted as the symbol for De Bortoli winery.

The marvellous range of supreme - quality wines included in Sacred Hill collection are – Old Tawny, Riesling, Semillon Chardonnay, Traminer Riesling, Shiraz, Shiraz Cabernet, Cabernet Merlot, Rose, Unwooded Colombard Chardonnay, Chardonnay and Sparkling Brut Cuvee. These wines have received worldwide admiration as well as various awards and respect from critics across the globe.

De Bortoli Sacred Hill Shiraz is a magnificent full-bodied wine bound to please the mind as well as the soul. It has a vibrant crimson colour with ruby - red hues all over. The bouquet exhibits delightful aromas of rich red fruits coupled with hints of spice and mint. The silky texture of the palate gives a wonderful mouthfeel with flavours of red berry and pepper. Underlying these flavours are oak notes and integrant tannins. Serving the wine with meat dishes like duck pot pie, char-grilled antipasto and herb lamb shanks make for an interesting and appeasing dinner plan.

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