Elderton E-Series Shiraz 2022

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Elderton
Label Name:
 
E-Series Shiraz
Vintage:
 
2022
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Barossa, South Australia
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.7%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Elderton winery holds notable accolades (Jimmy Watson Trophy 1993, strong Halliday recognition). Vivino/retailer listings show average user rating ~3. 7%

Tasting Note
Medium-bodied Barossa Shiraz with lifted red and dark fruits — raspberry, cherry and plum — with vanilla toast, light oak spice and supple, rounded mouthfeel. Fresh acidity balances plush fruit.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled lamb chops, barbecued steak, beef stews, aged cheddar; Asian: Korean BBQ, char siu pork, spicy Sichuan beef, teriyaki beef, yakitori.

Production Method
Destemmed fruit fermented with warm extraction; short-term maturation in older French and American oak before blending and bottling for early drinking.

Vineyard Info
Family-owned Elderton Wines (est. circa 1979) in Nuriootpa, Barossa. Founded by Neil & Lorraine Ashmead; now run by sons Cameron and Allister with Jules Ashmead as head winemaker.