Shiraz, Organic Field Blend, De Bortoli

TASTING NOTE
The philosophy at De Bortoli is that great wines begin in the vineyard. With a vision for
a future where great wine and a healthy environment can be enjoyed by everyone, De
Bortoli has released its first Organic Shiraz.
The grapes are grown at the Hemley vineyard in Riverina and produced in a way to
preserve the purity of the variety.
Bright crimson in the glass, this Shiraz ofers enticing aromas of red fruits and white
pepper. The palate exudes rich red fruits and blackberry notes. It has a full and generous
structure with refined tannins and a lengthy finish.

PRODUCER
The De Bortoli family story is one of determination and triumph that started 90 years ago
and is now told, generations later, across Australia.
Our heritage encompasses the universal story of immigrants making good in an adopted
land, the rise and rise of the Australian wine industry and the tale of a hardworking and
innovative family who considers good wine, good food and good friends to be among
the true pleasures in life.
Today, as a fourth generation enters the family business, De Bortoli is amongst the top
wine producers of Australia with vineyards spanning 6 premium wine regions.

VINIFICATION
Vineyards are carefully monitored to be able to harvest the fruit at optimum flavour
ripeness and balanced acidity. Harvest is carried out in the cool of the morning. Fruit is
then carefully destemmed and fermented at 23-27°C over 7-8 days. Pressed, racked and
matured in stainless steel tank to retain those lovely fruits with a small portion aged in
new and older Hogshead barrels for around 7 months.

PAIRING DESCRIPTION
These full bodied wine styles match well with:
Red Meats – T Bone Steaks; Stews; Lamb Shanks
Italian Food – Meatier sauces; Osso Bucco; Chicken Cacciatore