Ormonde Chip off Old Block Shiraz 2017

This vibrant wine showcase the white pepper and smoke jacket aromas we celebrate from our unique terroir. Although still young the wine appeals with smooth mouth feel and beautiful rich dark fruit.

Juicy, chargrilled Rib-eye steak, on the fattier side, served with black pepper sauce.

variety : Shiraz [ 100% Shiraz ]
winery : Ormonde Wines
winemaker : Michiel du Toit
wine of origin : Darling
analysis : alc : 13.58 % vol  rs : 3.3 g/l  pH : 3.4  ta : 5.4 g/l  
type : Red  taste : Fruity  
pack : Bottle  size : 750ml  closure : Cork  

ageing : Aging 3-8 years

in the vineyard : This is a single vineyard wine, reflecting the best terroir of the Ormonde Estate and showcasing the oldest vineyards dating back to the early 1970’s.
The windy conditions on the estate leads to small canopy, focussing the plants’ energy on the grapes.

about the harvest: Hand-picked from dry land vineyard. Date of harvest: March 2017

in the cellar : Aged for 12 months in 2nd and 3rd fill French oak barrels, medium toast.

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