
2022 Plexus Red
A classic Barossa blend crafted from our resource of old vine Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre.
Specifications
Region
Barossa
Conditions
The 2022 vintage was set up beautifully with good soil moisture carrying over from the mild 2021 vintage. A significant October hail event reduced yields in some vineyards, but luckily most escaped without impacting quality. La Nina influenced weather patterns resulted in mild harvest conditions again, allowing for even flavour accumulation and vibrant aromatics and acidity. A standout season.
Winemaking
The parcels of fruit were fermented separately, some with a submerged cap in small open stainless-steel fermenters. A portion of the Grenache ferment included whole bunches to accentuate the savoury aspects of the variety.
Maturation
The wines were barrel maturated for 15 months, with 10% in new fine grain French oak hogsheads and the balance in older seasoned hogsheads. The final blend assemblage comprised. Shiraz (43%), Grenache (41%) and Mourvèdre 16%).
Size
750 ml
Grape Variety
43% Shiraz, 41% Grenache, 16% Mourvedre
Closure
Screwcap
Alcohol
14.5%