2007 Aussie Salute

Region Fleurieu Peninsula
Varietals: Grenache 48%, Shiraz, 47% Viognier 5%
Maturation: 8 months in new and older American and French oak
Alcohol: 14.5%

Winemaking:

The Fleurieu Peninsula region produces soft, fruit-driven wines, with Shiraz, Grenache and Viognier all performing admirably. The Shiraz and Viognier juice in Shoofly’s Aussie Salute is co-fermented to aid integration. The final wine is matured in new and older American and French oak for 8 months.
Tasting Notes:

Big, bold and beautiful! The Aussie Salute is a blend of succulent Grenache, spicy Shiraz and a hint of aromatic Viognier- a feisty combination that works wonders on the palate. Rich, fragrant and inviting, this wine expresses blackberry, plum, currant and black pepper notes. Made with structure and grip, the vibrant, juicy length lingers with a “have another glass” finish. Drink now or hide in the cellar for 3 years.

Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate

The 2007 Aussie Salute is composed of 48% Grenache, 47% Shiraz, and 5% Viognier. Purple-colored, it offers up a fruity nose of cherry and blueberry along with rose petals. On the palate it resembles a quality Cotes du Rhone with its vibrant fruit, lively acidity, and racy style. Drink this pleasant effort with bistro cuisine over the next three years.
Robert Parker's, The Wine Advocate
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Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar

Ruby-red. Ripe cherry and blackberry aromas are complicated by subtle baking spice and smoky minerality. Pliant and sweet, with straightforward dark fruit flavors, no obvious tannins and gentle mineral lift. Very easy to drink, with good finishing sweetness and length.
Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
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