Hewitson Ned & Henry’s Shiraz 2020
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Explosive red berries. Velvety soft tannins. Fresh acidity on the finish
ABV
14.0%
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Description
(Source: Dean Hewitson Youtube)
TASTING NOTE
SENSORY
Colour: Deep crimson red with a purple hue.
Aroma: Red and black forest berries. French oak spice and richness
Palate: Explosive red berries. Velvety soft tannins. Fresh acidity on the finish
ANALYSIS
pH 3.70
Acidity 6.0 g/L
Sugar 0.2 g/L
AGEING
16 months in mid-seasoned French oak barriques
VINEYARD
Steingarten Road Vineyard
ALTITUDE
280m
SOIL
Singular soil-type is ancient oxidised ferrous (terra rossa) over limestone
VINE AGE
30 years
PLANTING SYSTEM
Trellised, canopy wires, northsouth rows, north-facing slopes ideal in Southern Hemisphere
VINE DENSITY
2,400 per Ha
FARMING
Minimum drip irrigation, rye grass between rows, hand pruned
YIELD
6.0 tonnes per Ha; 45 HL/Ha
VINIFICATION
Combination whole berry and crushed; cold soak; on skins for two- three weeks/remontage
Additional information
| Brand | |
|---|---|
| Bottle Volume | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2020 |
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