Johann Georg

2012 Barossa Valley Shiraz

The Kalleske Johann Georg is a captivating Shiraz from the renowned Barossa Valley, showcasing the region's quintessential character. This full-bodied red wine offers a delightful balance of richness and depth, featuring pronounced fruit intensity that embraces notes of dark berry and plum. Its high acidity adds a mouthwatering freshness, enhancing the overall experience with a vibrant liveliness. Well-integrated tannins provide a firm structure, gracefully supporting the wine's complex layers. Delightfully dry, this elegant 2012 vintage embodies the essence of Barossa Valley Shiraz, promising both immediate enjoyment and the potential for graceful aging.

Tasting notes:

Chocolate

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Barbecued Ribs, Lamb Chops, BBQ Pork Ribs

Region:

South Australia

From juicy, full-bodied Shiraz and bold Rhône-style blends to deliciously buttery, oak-touched Chardonnay and surprisingly elegant Rieslings, South Australia is renowned for its wide array of crowd-pleasing wines. The key is the state's diverse geography and climate. With hot, dry regions like Riverland and cool, coastal areas like the Adelaide Hills, winemakers have an incredible range of grapes and styles at their disposal. South Australia is responsible for more than half of Australia's total wine production and makes some of the country's most prominent wine labels. It is also home to world-famous regions like Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley.

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