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Description of Domaine Rockford
Rockford Estate, located in Australia's famous Barossa Valley, is renowned for its loyalty to traditional winemaking techniques. The winery prides itself on producing wines that authentically express the region's unique terroir.
Description of the Cuvée Basket Press Shiraz
Basket Press Shiraz is one of Rockford’s purest expressions, showcasing the Shiraz grape in all its glory. This wine is made using a traditional basket press, which gently extracts the juices and preserves the grape’s natural flavors.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Shiraz exudes intense aromas of dark fruits such as blackberry and blueberry, complemented by notes of black pepper, chocolate and vanilla. The aging in oak barrels brings subtle touches of toast and tobacco, further enriching the bouquet.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Shiraz
- Profile: On the palate, the wine is robust with a pronounced tannic structure, balanced by a nice acidity that gives a sensation of freshness despite the richness of the wine. The finish is persistent, highlighting the complexity of the Shiraz.
- Aging Potential: This Shiraz was designed to age gracefully, developing a complexity and integration of flavors that will improve with time in the cellar.
Pairings with this Cuvée
Ideal with grilled red meats, spicy dishes or strong cheeses, Rockford Basket Press Shiraz offers remarkable compatibility with rich, flavorful dishes, thanks to its powerful profile and complex aromas.
The little history of the country
Australia
Australia began producing wine more than two centuries ago. This has resulted in a country rich in old vines, multi-generational winemaking families and an ingrained knowledge and respect for craftsmanship. Add to that a thirst to explore and innovate, a fearless attitude and a diverse notebook of 65 wine regions in many climates, and you have the makings of an extraordinary wine country unlike any other. Australia burst into export markets in the 1980s and since then has been providing the world with vibrant, fruity and exceptional value wines. Until the late 1990s and early 2000s, Australian wine history was dominated by examples of Shiraz, Grenache and overly concentrated red blends. Between these two extremes lies the diversity of Australia's offering of high quality and regional wines that has always existed. Australian viticulture is mainly concentrated on the southern oceanic edge where conditions are cooler. There are four main wine regions located around major cities. Western Australia around Perth, South Australia around Adelaide, Victoria around Melbourne and New South Wales around Sydney. The country is one of the largest wine producers in the world, and was the 4th largest exporter in the world in 2011. This recent development now makes Australia one of the most prominent countries for the quality of its wines. You can taste Australian wines all over the country. Each Australian region has its own grape varieties. Australian wines are defined by their grape variety, unlike French wines which are defined by their terroir.