Groote Post Shiraz 2009
The 2009 continues the precedent of a full-bodied and generous wine displaying characteristic scents of white pepper and violets on the nose with dark fruit and a full array of spices on the palate presented in a smooth and elegant style.
Analysis: Alc:14.5 RS:14.5 pH:3.9 TA:6.3
Winemaker: Lukas Wenztel
Variety: Shiraz
Origin: Darling
Food SuggestionsFood match like Oxtail or Steak and Kidney Pie.
Awards2011 Veritas Awards - Gold2011 Michelangelo International Wine Awards - Gold2011 International Wine & Spirit Competition - Bronze
AgeingExcellent ageing potential and one to stock up on.
In The VineyardVines planted: 2001, 2002Soil: HuttonIrrigation: SupplementaryTrellising: 5 wire Perold
The HarvestIt was our first vintage that we used 100% of our own fruit. We controlled the production by leaving only one bunch/bearer, to try and optimize ripeness.Balling Harvested: 26° Balling Yield: 6t/ha
In The CellarWe split our fermentation by using open tanks and pump-over fermenters. Some of the grapes only spent a week on the skins, while others spent almost 4 weeks. The idea is to achieve a very complex and versatile Shiraz. The wine spent 12 months in 300l barrels, of which 20% was in American oak.
Blend: 100% Shiraz
Type: Red
Style: Dry
Body: Full
Taste: Fragrant
Wooded: ✔
Closure: Cork
Pack Type: Bottle
| Wine | Wine Maker | Main Variety |
|---|---|---|
| Groote Post Shiraz 2022 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2021 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2020 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2019 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2018 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2017 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2016 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2015 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2014 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2013 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2012 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2011 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2009 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2008 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2007 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2004 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2003 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2002 | Lukas Wenztel | Shiraz |
| Groote Post Shiraz 2001 | Lukas Wentzel | Shiraz |