D'Arenberg d'Arrys Original Shiraz Grenache 2011

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
D'Arenberg
Label Name:
 
d'Arrys Original Shiraz Grenache
Vintage:
 
2011
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
McLaren Vale, South Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.9%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz, Grenache
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Notable: Wine Enthusiast 91 pts (2010, Editors' Choice). 2011 vintage listings show retail notes and drinking window (Natalie MacLean; 9). Retail reviews/score example: Oliver's Wines lists ~87 (2011). D'Arenberg d'Arry's Original frequently scores ~88–94 across vintages (sources: Wine Enthusiast, Natalie MacLean, Oliver's Wines, Fairleys)

Tasting Note
Rich dark berries, raspberry and blackberry with liquorice, black pepper, spice and subtle mocha; savoury, medium-full body with fine-grained tannins and a long, peppery finish.

Food Pairing
Grilled or barbecued lamb, beef steaks, beef short ribs, charred sausages, aged cheddar; Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi/galbi), Chinese black bean beef, char siu/pork, spicy Malaysian beef rendang.

Production Method
Shiraz and Grenache fermented separately in small batches (traditional techniques), matured in a mix of older French and American oak barriques for ~12–21 months; basket-pressed/handled at d'Arenberg.

Vineyard Info
Family-owned d'Arenberg (Osborn family) of McLaren Vale; century-old vineyards, Chester Osborn lead winemaker, winery known for small-batch, hands-on winemaking and biodynamic/organic practices.