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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 2003 Shiraz Grenache

appearance
Deep red with a vibrant plum rim.

bouquet
There are lovely rich aromas of lifted blackberry with dark cherry and cinnamon spice from subtle oak maturation.

palate
A generous entry of soft rich fruits leading to a full, spicy palate 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 French and 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
3.4

TA
6.6

Alcohol
14.5%

ageing potential
While crafted for immediate appeal, this wine will benefit from up to 2 years cellaring in controlled conditions. The screw cap closure will guarantee freshness and you don’t need a corkscrew!

awards
Bronze Medal, Sydney Royal Wine Show 2005
3 & 1/2 Stars (Equal Top in Category), National Shiraz & Blends Tasting, Winestate Magazine Jul/Aug 05

viticulturist
Paul Watts

winemakers
Chris Dix & Tony Walker