Name: 2022 Chien Violet Organic Shiraz
SKU: 22RMSHZORGAU
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2022 Chien Violet Organic Shiraz

$35.00

THE NAME

“I named my wine range ‘Rusty Mutt‘ because I was born in the Year of the Metal Dog in Chinese astrology. I then ‘Australianised’ Metal Dog to Rusty Mutt.”

“I am thrilled to introduce my first fully organic Rusty Mutt wine! The grapes come from a certified organic vineyard called ‘Wit’s End’ in McLaren Vale. This vineyard is renowned for its bright red fruits and violet floral notes, which inspired the name ‘Chien Violet‘, meaning ‘Violet Dog’ in French.” – Scott Heidrich (Owner / Winemaker)

WINES / REVIEWS

GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Australian And New Zealand Boutique Wine Show

Judges Comments:

“Deep Ruby – dark core. Forest fruits (blackcurrants) with meaty and earthy elements. Good tannin structure and length. Good ripeness, energy and succulence. Sweet fruited and plush with good energy. Dark robust plum, mulberry pie, clove and allspice, and dense.”

94 points – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)

“Splendidly ripe and fragrant, showing blackberry, cedary oak, cake spice and rich floral aromas, it’s succulent and generously weighted in the mouth with juicy fruit flavours backed by plush texture and grainy tannins, finishing wonderfully long and sturdy. Bold and flavoursome.”

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A wine that ticks all the boxes.

Organic Shiraz

Minimal impact on the environment and resources is an important aspect of the Rusty Mutt ethos. Reducing harmful chemical use not only benefits the grapevine, but us wine consumers as well! The biggest difference with this wine and my normal wines is in the vineyard. Very few chemicals are used, those that are, are certified for use in organic food production. Other natural and biological agents are used in place of chemicals to ensure the health of the vine, soil and surrounding environment. There are very few differences in the winemaking practices. All of the additions I currently use on other wines are certified for use in organic wines! The total sulpher dioxide (preservative) level also has a much lower upper limit. However nearly all of my other wines are under this level. We release the wine younger as we cannot risk any oxidation which may lead to the addition of more sulpher.

TASTING NOTES

“Incredibly youthful vibrant purples with depth and intensity. With time in the glass, aromatic red berry fruits and this vineyard’s hallmark violet floral character grows in intensity. Sweet and savoury Teriyaki notes fill out this complex aroma. Forget any preconceived ideas you may have about organic wines. This is a McLaren Vale Shiraz first and foremost. Bright fruit, dark chocolate texture and a savoury meat umami flavour that leaves you wanting more. The tannins are young but surprisingly smooth, which roll to the perfectly gentle acidity on the finish.”

Scott Heidrich (Owner / Winemaker)

Style features

Open fermented, hand plunged and membrane. Matured in 2 -4 yo French and American oak for 12 months.

Vintage Rating

8/10. A healthy growing season which produced bright concentrated wines.

Food Matching

Enjoy with Teriyaki Beef, Sticky Pork or Beef Ribs, Slow Roasted Beef Brisket, Lamb Shanks and Filet Mignon.

When to drink

Drink now to 2035.

GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Australian And New Zealand Boutique Wine Show

Judges Comments:

“Deep Ruby – dark core. Forest fruits (blackcurrants) with meaty and earthy elements. Good tannin structure and length. Good ripeness, energy and succulence. Sweet fruited and plush with good energy. Dark robust plum, mulberry pie, clove and allspice, and dense.”

94 Points – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)