McLaren Vale Shiraz GI Dead Arm 2017 D'Arenberg

D'Arenberg's McLaren Vale Shiraz GI Dead Arm is produced in the celebrated wine region of South Australia, renowned for its intense and complex wines. This Shiraz is made from grapes grown on vines affected by a particular disease called "armillaria," which affects the branches, reducing yield but increasing the concentration of flavors. The wine is noted for its deep purple color and reflects McLaren Vale's winemaking tradition, combining innovation with respect for terroir.

The winemaking process involves a traditional fermentation followed by a long maturation in French oak barrels, which gives the wine a well-defined tannic structure and a distinctive aromatic complexity. Dead Arm Shiraz is refined in the bottle to further develop its potential, allowing its characteristics to be fully appreciated after several years of aging.

The wine is distinguished by intense aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberries and cherries, accompanied by notes of mint, black pepper and chocolate. On the palate it is full-bodied, with a velvety structure and robust tannins that lead to a long and persistent finish. Thanks to its complexity, it is considered an excellent example of the potential of Australian wines.

Dead Arm Shiraz is perfect to accompany grilled red meat dishes, roast lamb and mature cheeses, enhancing their flavours thanks to its intensity and depth. It is a wine that best represents D'Arenberg's ability to produce high quality wines, recognized and appreciated internationally.