The Sum – Premium Western Australian Wines.
The Sum – Nature, artistry and science in perfect balance and harmony. These three elements are crafted together to create a wine greater than the sum of its parts. The wines are modern, fruity, unique and balanced with a big dose of freshness; that exact freshness you have come to know of Western Australian wines.
‘The Sum’ is a new and exciting project by benchmark Great Southern producer: Castelli Estate (5 Stars & Best by Region, James Halliday).
Since inception Castelli’s range of cool climate wines have received countless awards and critical acclaim from leading wine journalists. Their range of wines have always been focused on value and quality above all else.
Continuing in this tradition the winery has cast its net further afield, namely Margaret River, to offer this new tier of wines. Melding the elegance of the Great Southern, with the power, punch, and lift of Margaret River. We firmly believe this new range will offer some of the best drinking in its price point.
SHIRAZ
Variety 100% Shiraz
Region Great Southern, Western Australia
WINEMAKING
Pre-fermentation cold soaking followed by a clean, warm (25-30°C) ferment. Twice daily pump-overs, using specialized gentle tannin extraction method, also 2 x rack-returns during ferment.
Yeast strains used were RC212 and FX10. Total time on skins was 15 days to retain maximum fruit intensity and soft tannins. Aged in 2, 3 and 4yr old French barriques.
TASTING NOTE
The Great Southern region produces outstanding examples of Cool Climate Shiraz and this wine is no exception.
Deep maroon with purple hues gives a suggestion of what’s to come. The wine displays aromas of ripe blueberries with some savoury complexity adding spice and freshly ground pepper notes.
These flavours continue onto the medium to full bodied palate and are supported by fine grained, earthy tannins and interwoven oak. Drink now or cellar with confidence for 6-8 years.
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