Longview The Piece Shiraz (750ml)
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Wine Type
Red Wine
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Size
750ml
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Vintage
2020
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Country
Australia
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Region
South Australia
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Sub-Region
Adelaide
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Grape
Shiraz
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Farming Method
ConventionalMost products with this label come from producers who do their best to avoid any intervention at all but it’s possible that some of the aforementioned preventative measures and additions are deemed necessary. Learn More
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ABV
14%
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Food Pairing
BBQLambRed Meat
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Vegan Friendly
Yes
Longview is a stunning family owned Australian vineyard located just outside the historic township of Macclesfield in the Adelaide Hills. Set on undulating slopes reminiscent of old-world estates but unmistakably Australian, it has quickly established itself as one of the most awarded vineyards since its 2001 inaugural vintage.
Perfectly manicured vines, towering gum trees, gently undulating hills and big blue skies make up the backdrop at the stunning Longview Vineyard. As well as lush foliage and landscaped gardens, the property features rural-chic architecture that knits together this quintessential Australian landscape.
Longview Estates falls within Adelaide Hill’s cool-climate sites. Most of the rainfall occurs during the winter months, while the summers are warm and dry and the vineyards are cooled by the winds coming off of Lake Alexandria to the east and the coast to the South. These are ideal conditions for the development of flavours, aromatics, depth and structure in wine grapes.
Tasting Notes
An elegant and complex wine which displays aromas of baking spices, maraschino cherry, anise and coffee coupled with restrained pencil shavings of French oak. The structured palate displays flavours of cherry, red currant, mulberries and fresh acidity. Dusty tannins complement the finish which is dry and clean with tremendous length. Cellar for 15 years or more, with careful decanting when opening.
Method
Each 1-ton parcel was open-fermented with approximately 15% whole bunches and kept separate right through to blending, after remaining in new and old French oak hogsheads for around 18 months. Approximately half the barrels are then individually chosen on wine quality for the final blend.
Longview’s “Piece Project” offers a full sensory experience of wine, food, art, dance and music. Guests are invited to the vineyard to witness four street artists at work as they each create a piece to be featured on the label of “The Piece Shiraz.”
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