De Bortoli, ‘Deen Vat 8’, Shiraz

Victoria | Australia

Intensely flavourful; ripe red berry and black fruit characters are softened and balanced by cedar-y oak and firm but smooth tannins.

About the Producer

The Bortoli story is one of determination and triumph that started 90 years ago and is now told, generations later, across Australia Our heritage encompasses the universal story of immigrants making good in an adopted land, the rise and rise of the Australian wine industry and the tale of a hard working & innovative family who considers good wine, good food and good friends to be among the true pleasures in life. Today, as a forth generation enters the business, De Bortoli is amongst the top wine producers of Australia with vineyards spanning 6 premium wine regions.

Ageing

Pressed, racked and matured in new and older hogs head barrels for 12 months. Approximately 30% was kept in tank to retain those lovely fruits to blend with the oak matured portions.

Food Pairing

This full bodied wine style matches well with: Red Meats – T Bone Steaks; Stews; Lamb Shanks