50 Year Old Vines Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release.
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Slow-roasted lamb shanks, grilled ribeye steak, mature hard cheeses
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Chateau Tanunda's 50 Year Old Vines Shiraz is a testament to the Barossa Valley's extraordinary viticultural heritage. In a wine world devastated by phylloxera in the late 19th century, South Australia remained largely untouched, preserving a living museum of ancient, self-rooted grapevines. This wine is crafted from vines that have spent at least half a century digging deep into the diverse soils of the Barossa, developing a self-regulating balance that yields small, intensely concentrated berries. The winemaking team honors this precious fruit through traditional techniques, utilizing open-top fermenters and basket pressing to gently extract rich color and supple tannins. The wine is typically matured in a combination of French and American oak hogsheads, resulting in a classic Barossa Shiraz that seamlessly marries bold dark fruit characters with subtle spice and structured elegance.
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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.