Groote Post Shiraz 2012
The 2012 vintage is 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:14.32 RS:14.32 pH:2.5 TA:5.2
Winemaker: Lukas Wenztel
Variety: Shiraz
Origin: Darling
Food SuggestionsFood match like Oxtail or Steak and Kidney Pie.
Awards2013 Veritas Wine Awards - Silver2014 John Platter's Wine Guide - 4½ stars
AgeingExcellent ageing potential and one to stock up on.
In The VineyardVines: 2001, 2002Soil: HuttonIrrigation: SupplementaryTrellising: 5 wire PeroldThis west sloped, gravel soiled site is starting to produce consistent and outstanding quality Shiraz. As in life, we also age to get balance in our lives and this seems to be what happened with this block of Shiraz. This vintage is a good example of the constant improvement of the quality of our Shiraz.
The HarvestYield: 6t/haBalling Harvested: 25.26° Balling
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 was to achieve a very complex and versatile Shiraz. The wine spent 13 months in 300l barrels, of which 15% 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 |