100 Year Old Vines Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 5–20 years from vintage release, with the potential to cellar even longer under optimal conditions.
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Slow-cooked beef cheek, roasted rack of lamb, aged cheddar cheese
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Chateau Tanunda's '100 Year Old Vines' Shiraz is a liquid monument to the Barossa Valley's extraordinary viticultural history. Sourced from Centenarian vines planted over a century ago, these ancient plants survived the global phylloxera epidemic on their own roots, anchored deep in the region's sandy loam soils. Because of their advanced age, these vines produce tiny, highly concentrated berries with remarkable depth of flavor. The winemaking team honors this precious fruit through traditional, low-intervention techniques, employing open-top fermenters and basket pressing before aging the wine in premium French oak hogsheads. The result is a profound, structured, and deeply complex Shiraz that captures the essence of Barossa's ancient terroir.
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Established in 1890 in the heart of the Barossa Valley, Chateau Tanunda is one of Australia's most historic and iconic wineries, often referred to as the 'Château of the Barossa.' Currently owned by the Geber family, who restored the majestic bluestone estate to its former glory, the winery is celebrated for its deep commitment to hand-crafted winemaking techniques, including the use of traditional basket presses and open fermenters. Chateau Tanunda is globally renowned for its exceptional old-vine expressions, sourcing fruit from some of the oldest vines in the world to produce legendary wines like The Everest Shiraz, the Grand Barossa Red Blend, and the 50 Year Old Vines Shiraz. The estate is located at 9 Basedow Road, 5352 Tanunda, South Australia, Australia, and its official website is https://www.chateautanunda.com.