Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
C. Ringland
Label Name:
 
Dimchurch Shiraz
Vintage:
 
2014
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Barossa Valley (Ebenezer, Northern Barossa)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
15.5%
Grape(s):
 
Shiraz (Syrah)
Method:
 
Grapes gently destemmed and vinified in small batches; extended maturation in French oak (commonly 3–4 years, occasionally up to 6). Barrels periodically tasted and selected before final blending and bottling.
Acidity:
 
2
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Opaque, concentrated dark-fruited Shiraz: blackberry and black cherry compote, black pepper, licorice, clove, mocha and savory notes of beetroot, black pudding and lamb fat. Rich, plush tannins and long, spicy finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: slow-roasted beef short ribs, venison or lamb dishes, beef stew, aged cheddar. Asian: char siu or Korean BBQ beef, spicy Sichuan beef, beef rendang, miso-glazed aubergine.
Vineyard Info:
 
A Hoffmann Vineyard collaboration—fruit from old vines at Ebenezer selected by 5th-generation vigneron Adrian Hoffmann; produced by Chris Ringland in Angaston. 2014 production was very limited (~325 dozen).
Awards/Ratings:
 
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate, Erin Larkin) 95 pts (Sept 15, 2022); James Halliday 95; multiple merchant tasting notes praise intense concentration and long finish (sources: Chris Ringland official, LCBO, Jeroboams, Watson's)