D'Arenberg Stump Jump GSM 2019

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
D'Arenberg
Label Name:
 
Stump Jump GSM
Vintage:
 
2019
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
McLaren Vale, South Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
Grenache, Shiraz (Syrah), Mourvèdre
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected reviews: NatalieMacLean 90/100 (community score), VintageWinePicks 89/100; positive retail reviews for 2019 vintage noting value and approachability

Tasting Note
Bright red and dark berry fruits (raspberry, plum) with black pepper, earthy/meaty notes, savory herbs and a lift of spice and vanilla. Medium-plus body, chalky powdery tannins, fresh acidity and a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled lamb chops, peppered steak, roasted root vegetables, charcuterie and blue cheese. Asian: Korean barbecue (bulgogi), char siu pork, spicy Sichuan beef, teriyaki skewers, grilled eggplant with miso.

Production Method
Gentle crushing of old bush vines, open-top fermentation with traditional foot-treading, basket pressing, maturation in small French oak barrels, bottled under screw cap.

Vineyard Info
D'Arenberg (Osborn family) is a family-owned McLaren Vale producer founded 1912, known for bush-vine Grenache, experimental techniques and a broad portfolio including the Stump Jump range.