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A wine to be enjoyed with food. Both the nose and palate have a blackberry character. There is a sweet middle palate and the soft savoury aromatic character of the Grenache is obvious at the finish.

Vintages:

• 2008 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2007 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2006 Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre › ›
• 2005 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2004 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2003 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2002 Shiraz Grenache › ›
• 2001 Shiraz Grenache › ›

Fox Creek 2002 Shiraz Grenache

appearance
Deep red with a pale crimson rim.

bouquet
There are lovely rich aromas of red fruits, black cherry and cinnamon spice from subtle oak maturation.

palate
A generous entry of soft rich fruits leading to a full, soft, spicy mouth-feel of dark berries, a soft tannin grip and excellent length of flavour.

winemaking
Shiraz components were harvested at approximately 14° Baumé held on skins for 7 days and pressed to 2-year-old American oak for maturation. The Grenache was picked at 14.5° Baumé and pressed after 5 days on skins, with maturation in 5-year-old American oak.

technical analysis

pH
3.42

TA
6.41

Alcohol
14.5%

ageing potential
While blended to be drunk now, this wine will benefit from up to 18 months cellaring in controlled conditions. The screw cap closure will guarantee freshness and you don’t need a corkscrew!

viticulturist
Paul Watts

winemakers
Chris Dix & Tony Walker