Sparkling Shiraz
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 5 years of release to appreciate its vibrant primary fruit and lively effervescence, though quality bottles can cellar beautifully for up to 10 years, developing complex leather and earth notes.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Glazed Christmas ham, roasted duck with plum sauce, dark chocolate tart
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Tyrrell's Sparkling Shiraz is a vibrant celebration of a uniquely Australian wine style. Originating in the late 19th century under the moniker 'Sparkling Burgundy,' this rich, effervescent style has become a beloved festive tradition in Australia. Tyrrell's crafts this expression using premium Shiraz grapes, showcasing the classic Hunter Valley profile of savory spice and dark red fruits. The wine undergoes secondary fermentation to produce a fine, creamy mousse, and is often finished with a touch of older, fortified Shiraz in the dosage liqueur. This traditional addition imparts a luxurious depth, velvety texture, and a hint of sweet spice, seamlessly balancing the wine's natural acidity and robust tannins.
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Established in 1858 by English immigrant Edward Tyrrell, Tyrrell's is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious family-owned wineries, located in the historic Pokolbin sub-region of the Hunter Valley, New South Wales. Today, under the guidance of fourth-generation family member Bruce Tyrrell, the estate continues to champion its rich heritage while managing some of the region's oldest dry-grown vineyards. Tyrrell's is globally celebrated for its benchmark Hunter Valley Semillon, particularly the iconic Vat 1 Semillon, which showcases extraordinary longevity and complexity without oak contact. The winery is also a pioneer of Australian Chardonnay, exemplified by the historic Vat 47, alongside exceptional, elegant Shiraz expressions such as Vat 9, cementing its status as an icon of Australian viticulture.