De Bortoli Rutherglen Estates Victoria Shiraz 2022 - 6 Bottles

Product Description

Winery Background

Founded in 1928, De Bortoli is a family-owned winery renowned for crafting wines that express the character of their regions. The Rutherglen Estates range showcases bold, fruit-driven styles, reflecting the warmth and richness of Victoria’s Rutherglen region.

Vineyards and Vintage Conditions

The Shiraz fruit is sourced from mature vineyards in Rutherglen, where warm days and cool nights ensure optimal ripening. The 2022 vintage was mild and even, producing Shiraz with excellent depth, supple tannins, and vibrant aromatics.

Winemaking Process

The fruit was hand-picked and fermented in small batches with gentle plunging to extract colour and flavour. The wine was matured in French and American oak barrels, balancing rich fruit intensity with savoury spice and texture.

Tasting Notes

Deep crimson red. Aromas of blackberry, plum, dark cherry and subtle oak spice. The palate is plush and generous, featuring ripe dark fruits, pepper, hints of chocolate and smooth, integrated tannins leading to a long, velvety finish.

Food Pairing

Excellent with grilled steak, slow-cooked lamb, hearty stews or strong cheeses. Its bold flavour also suits smoky barbecued meats and rich, savoury dishes.

Story Behind the Wine

The Rutherglen Estates Shiraz 2022 embodies the region’s hallmark style—ripe, powerful and well-structured—balanced by modern winemaking finesse for a rich yet approachable red.

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