The Stump Jump Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years from vintage release, while its vibrant fruit profile is at its peak.
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Grilled beef burgers, slow-cooked barbecue ribs, wood-fired pepperoni pizza
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Named in honor of a significant South Australian invention, the stump-jump plough, which revolutionized global farming in the late 19th century by jumping over stubborn mallee stumps and clay, d'Arenberg's 'The Stump Jump' Shiraz is a tribute to rustic ingenuity. The wine's quirky label is designed as an optician's eye chart, playfully suggesting that if you can read the bottom line after a glass, you are fit to drive. Crafted from premium South Australian vineyards, this wine captures the generous, fruit-driven essence of the region. It undergoes traditional fermentation in open fermenters to preserve its vibrant, juicy character, showcasing rich dark plum, blackberry, and exotic spice notes with a touch of earthy complexity.
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Established in 1912 by Joseph Osborn in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia, d'Arenberg is a historic, family-owned winery currently guided by fourth-generation winemaker Chester Osborn. Renowned for its traditional, hands-on approach, the estate utilizes very old basket presses and practices foot-treading for all its red wines, maintaining a steadfast commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. The winery is celebrated for its highly characterful, complex wines with distinctive, quirky names, most notably its flagship 'The Dead Arm' Shiraz, alongside exceptional Grenache and Rhône-style blends. Today, the estate seamlessly blends its rich heritage with avant-garde innovation, epitomized by the iconic d'Arenberg Cube visitor center rising above the ancient vines.