Since 1996, Chris Thomas has maintained a shiraz solera which form part of this lip smacking sparkling. The solera contains some of the best shiraz Chris has made over the last 20+ years and is used sparingly and exclusively to add the finishing touches to his sparkling shiraz each year and adds depth of flavour and complexity. This is sparkling shiraz as we love it- opulent, slightly sweet, with richness, complexity, oak and plenty of fine tannins. That structure combined with flavours of blackberry, cherry. dark chocolate and spice making this a perfect accompaniment to protein, like roast chook, bacon and eggs, etc. It's bloody good.
Dowie Doole have substantial holdings of 53 acres which are biodynamic in conversion and managed by Dave Gartelmann, one of the best viticulturists in the Vale. They have vines in Blewitt Springs – a cooler part of the Vale which produces exceptional Grenache and on California Road (one of the best sections of the Vale for Shiraz).
Region
McLaren Vale, SA
Less than 40km south of Adelaide, McLaren Vale is another one of South Australia's renowne ...
Less than 40km south of Adelaide, McLaren Vale is another one of South Australia's renowned Shiraz producers, accounting for roughly 50% of grapes crushed annually. Read Full Article
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Variety
Shiraz
Shiraz (which is essentially Syrah) is a dark-skinned grape grown throughout the world and ...
Shiraz (which is essentially Syrah) is a dark-skinned grape grown throughout the world and used primarily to produce powerful red wines. Read Full Article
Not often can you sit back and bask in your own glory. Well, this wine pairing is 100% one of those moments. As soon as I cracked open the delicious pinot and gave it a whiff I knew it would pair beautifully.
A good chocolate mousse is not only excellent soul food, but it's really simple and quicker than you're probably thinking.
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Ingredients:
200gm 70% chocolate
50gm softened butter
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla essence
Teaspoon or two of brandy or cognac (or in this version a teaspoon of Jericho 15 yo Tawny)
5 eggs, separated
1/3 cup of caster sugar
125cl pouring cream
Grated rind of an orange (optional)
Less than 40km south of Adelaide, McLaren Vale is another one of South Australia's renowned Shiraz producers, accounting for roughly 50% of grapes crushed annually.
Spot the secret ingredient..[/caption]
Ingredients:
200gm 70% chocolate
50gm softened butter
Pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon of pure vanilla essence
Teaspoon or two of brandy or cognac (or in this version a teaspoon of Jericho 15 yo Tawny)
5 eggs, separated
1/3 cup of caster sugar
125cl pouring cream
Grated rind of an orange (optional)
