2022 Wirra Wirra Catapult Shiraz
Grape
Shiraz/Syrah
Its Origins
Wirra Wirra Vineyards was established in 1894 by South Australian eccentric and cricketer Robert Strangways Wigley. The winery prospered in its early days, producing many wines including a much acclaimed shiraz, which was exported to England and the Empire until his death in 1926. The winery ran into disrepair and was eventually abandoned. In 1969 under the watchful eye of the late Greg Trott and his first-cousin Roger, the winery was rebuilt from the remnants of two walls and a few slate fermenting tanks. Church Block was the first wine the late Greg Trott produced under the Wirra Wirra label back in 1972. He took the name from one of the original vineyards, which runs next to the small Bethany Church (est. 1854) across the road from Wirra Wirra's century old ironstone cellars
What The Critics Say
93/100 Halliday's Wine Companion, Marcus Ellis
"Greg Trott’s plan to build a trebuchet (a medieval siege engine, though 'catapult' is perhaps easier on the eye, marketing-wise) was only completed after his passing. An homage to his charming eccentricities. As is this wine, though in name only. This has appealing brightness, with red fruits to the fore, and the pleasing balance of a cool vintage. Oak nestles in well, with a 70/30% French/American split, about 20% new. This delivers for quality, character and value." Drink 2023 - 2030
93/100 JamesSuckling.com, Ned Goodwin MW
"Sourced largely from the foothills of the Vale, in and around Willunga, Blewitt Springs and Aldinga. No new oak, allowing notes of blueberries, dried purple flowers and anise to spread long and broad across the full-bodied palate. Another excellent value from a winery on the rise. Drink or hold. Screw cap."
96/100 and Gold Medal at Decanter World Wine Awards (2019 vintage)
"Bright and aromatic, with a gentle, oak-derived caramel underlay running beneath pepper, floral black fruits and salty red berries. Smart, persistent and finishing with lifted mint."
| Variety | Shiraz |
|---|---|
| Region | McLaren Vale |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2030 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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