Name: 2022 Original Shiraz
SKU: 22RMSHZAU
Availability: OutOfStock

2022 Original Shiraz

$30.00 Bottles

THE NAME

“I named my wine range ‘Rusty Mutt‘ because I was born in the Year of the Metal Dog in Chinese astrology. I then ‘Australianised’ Metal Dog to Rusty Mutt.”

“The first wine I produced under the Rusty Mutt label was a Shiraz, which I named ‘Original‘.” – Scott Heidrich (Owner / Winemaker)

New Vintage Release – Reviews Pending

DOWNLOAD TASTING NOTE

This wine's time has come to an end, but now I have a new range. Vin Sōl is my new label. Same hands, same love of McLaren Vale, and now a new chapter to the story.

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Shiraz

The combination of differing geology, soil and micro climates in the McLaren Vale region promotes a rich diversity in fruit. Proximity to the ocean brings cool nights during the summer which is critical for slower ripening and retaining acidity in the wine. At Rusty Mutt, I select parcels of fruit from different areas to bring complexity to my wines. This also allows me to select the right style of Shiraz for blending with the Grenache in the Rocky Ox GSM while maintaining the richness I'm looking for in the Original Shiraz.

TASTING NOTES

“The aroma leads with a sweet oak lactone with a hint of vanilla, perfectly supplementing the black cherry and mulberry notes. Time in the glass reveals licorice and fruit infused dark chocolate. There’s a real intensity on the palate. Distinctive dark cherry flavours with a chocolate element are evident initially, then spice, dried herbs and aged savoury meats are revealed. Grippy oak tannins provide a very ample structure which finishes fine and strong.”

Scott Heidrich – Owner / Winemaker

Style features

Open fermented, hand plunged and basket pressed. Matured in 2 – 4 yo French and American oak.

Vintage Rating

7/10. A solid year with richness and depth.

Food Matching

Enjoy with Smoked Brisket, BBQ Ribs, Beef Stew, BBQ Italian Sausages, Beef Kebabs and Portobello Mushrooms. A nice hard Cheddar or creamy Blue to finish would work well.