Coriole, McLaren Vale, SA
The Lloyd family founded Coriole in 1967, and are considered pioneers in the McLaren Vale region, and visionaries in the planting of Italian and French varieties. Long before it was fashionable, Mark Lloyd developed vineyards of Sangiovese, Picpoul, Chenin Blanc, Nero d’Avola, and others, plus of course, Shiraz. They are considered one of the leading lights of the region.
Redstone Shiraz is produced from three vineyards in McLaren Vale each contributing complexity to the final blend. The bright fruit character from our Blewitt Springs vineyard, the savoury structure from the Coriole Estate vineyard and the earthy richness from our vineyard in Willunga. Redstone refers to the local ironstone so common in the soils and buildings of McLaren Vale.
Tasting notes
This is a classic McLaren Vale shiraz. A savoury nose of burnished mocha, ground spice, raspberry and blackberry bramble. A plush palate offering up plum, dark cherry and soft oak. The Redstone is a fruit driven shiraz made to enjoy in its youth, though will cellar well. Tannins are soft and approachable with great fruit length.
Serving suggestion
Greek cuisine pairs beautifully with this wine... try a slow roasted lamb shoulder generously studded with rosemary, garlic and lemon. Serve it with torn pita, chargrilled vegetables and lashings of garlic sauce.
Winemaker says
The winemaking results in a softer, juicier shiraz, with more subtle tannins than is typical from our Estate grown range. Aged in French oak for 12 months, this is a balanced and very drinkable style.
Technical notes
Region (GI): 100% McLaren Vale
Varietal comp: 100% Shiraz
Alcohol: 14.3%
Total acidity: 6.2 g/L
pH: 3.51
GF: 0.4 g/L
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