Kay Brothers almost need no introduction, they are a family estate with a long history in the wine region. The Hillside Shiraz is made up of fruit from various parcels, enabling the team to put the best blend together. The 2021 vintage is rich, concentrated, and highly structured with gritty tannins. Lots of dark fruit flavours, medium to full bodied and one we would recommend giving some time in a decanter before you enjoy it. Pair with barbecued lamb chops, topped with mint chimichurri, and a side of mixed roast vegetables.
Producer: Kay Brothers
Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
Country: Australia
Varieties: Shiraz
Vintage: 2021
Closure: Screw cap
Bottle size: 750ml
Cellaring: Until 2035
Unlike Block 6, the Hillside Shiraz allows Kay Brothers to pick various parcels of fruit so as to assemble the best blend possible. Block 11, located at the top of the hill, has shallow sandy loam soil over limestone and sandstone. These vines are very exposed to the wind and sun. As a consequence, the vines mature earlier in most years and tend to be low yielding, with intense fruit concentration and powerful tannins. The rest of the Hillside Shiraz is located farther down the hill, in New Block 6, where dark chocolate loam and clay soil dispersed with quartz and ironstone over silty limestone. The New Block 6 component provides the finesse and elegance to the overall blend with savoury flavours and tight structure. The blend of these two vineyards is a perfect balance.
Colour: Deep ruby, purple hue
Nose: Alluring aromas of dark fruits, musk, dried herbs followed by smokey, earthy notes.
Palate: The palate is dense and concentrated with layers of rich dark fruits, black olive tapenade and chocolate. Supported by gritty textured tannins lingering on the finish.
A full flavoured wine which has you craving for more!
Kay Brothers are an iconic family estate based in the McLaren Vale, South Australia, with a long history of producing wine. Their aim is to preserve the characteristics and flavours in the vineyard with a gentle approach to the winemaking. Sustainability is a big focus for the winery, being certified under the Sustainable Wine growing Australia program.
Small batches which are individually handled are a key for Kay Brothers, the resulting wines express balance with approachable wines with great ageing ability, soft tannins, fruit quality and intensity of flavour. Whilst majority of the wine production is Shiraz, other varieties Kay Brothers produces is Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mataro, Merlot, Nero d’Avola and Muscat Blanc.
If you find yourself on a wine tour or in the McLaren Vale, be sure to check into Kay Brothers cellar door for a super friendly and approachable tasting, along with picturesque views.
Enjoy with barbecued lamb chops topped with mint chimichurri, and a side of mixed roast vegetables.
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