The Stump Jump Sticky Chardonnay Riesling Semillon Pinot Gris
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of vintage release to appreciate its vibrant fruit and fresh acidity.
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Blue cheese, lemon meringue pie, fresh fruit tarts
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The name of this sweet 'sticky' pays tribute to the historic South Australian invention, the stump-jump plough, which enabled early settlers to clear the rugged mallee country. Crafted by the eccentric d'Arenberg winery, this luscious dessert wine is a unique blend of Chardonnay, Riesling, Semillon, and Pinot Gris. The grapes are left on the vine to concentrate their natural sugars, often benefiting from botrytis cinerea (noble rot) which imparts luscious honeyed, apricot, and citrus peel complexities. Fermented to preserve its vibrant, sweet fruit profile, it beautifully balances rich sweetness with a refreshing spine of acidity.
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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.