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It was left to mature in a combination of new French and older barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIn contrast to the Nebbiolo and Sangiovese in this range, the Tempranillo is an early ripener and has no problem reaching full maturity in the soils at Heathcote. Tempranillo is prone to developing big bunches and berries when grown in rich soil so the rather gravely, tougher soil specific to Heathcote in particular, provides some restraint. Grown largely in the Rioja and Ribero del Duero regions of Spain, it is well suited to the warm, dry summers of Central Victoria.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"RedWhite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488056746301,"sku":null,"price":155.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/12356-1.jpg?v=1729030194"},{"product_id":"de-bortoli-woodfired-heathcote-shiraz-2017-australia","title":"De Bortoli ‘Woodfired’ Heathcote Shiraz 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Red Cambrian soils are well suited for Shiraz and bring out the mouth-filling, jammy palate. Mocha oak, grilled meat and dark fruit are tempting aromas, with black fruit leading a parade of cedar and licorice on the palate\" The Tasting Panel Magazine, Apr 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Distinctive and aromatic, with fresh loamy earth, sandalwood and Early Grey tea notes set on a dense but velvety frame, showing plenty of energy to the juicy fruit core of pomegranate and raspberry. Vibrant on the finish. Drink now through 2028\" Mary Ann Worobiec, The Wine Spectator USA July 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIntense deep red with purple edge. Plump, dark fruits, blueberry, spice and liquorice. Soft, rich, mouth coating, balanced tannin, cured meats, wild spice, authentically Heathcote. This is a Soft, texturally mouth filling red wine that is plump, fruit driven, balanced and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSourced from vineyards at Corop, Colbinabbin, and Chinamans Bridge in Northern Heathcote. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, plump red Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDestemmed and fermented at 25-30ºC over 6-8 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 6 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. Vineyards carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Chargrilled ribeye seasoned with salt, rosemary and olive oil. Salt and rosemary rubbed scotch fillet over charcoal. 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Delicious now it has the power and structure to drink well over the next three to five years\" Angus Hughson, Drinkstrade, Oct 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDeep red with purple edge. Plump, dark fruits, fennel and olive spice, dark chocolate. Soft, rich, plump, balanced tannin, cured meats, wild spice, authentically Heathcote. Lovely drinking now. Will be delicious in 3-5 years in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVineyards from several sections of Heathcote were selected from Corop, Chinamans Bend and Colbinabbin. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, plump red Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDestemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 6-8 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 8 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. Vineyards carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: Chargrilled lamb racks, or woodfired Napolentana pizza.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488083812669,"sku":"20696-6","price":137.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/13095-1.jpg?v=1729030436"},{"product_id":"de-bortoli-woodfired-heathcote-cabernet-sauvignon-2018-australia","title":"De Bortoli 'Woodfired' Heathcote Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This is a fruity, rich and soft red that is the perfect partner for the barbecue season. It’s filled with ripe blackberry and blueberry characters, cedar wood and liquorice\" Jane Thomson, Taste Magazine, Oct 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"Blackberry and raspberry aromas, some mint and eucalyptus forest floor. It's sinewy and lean, tense and firm with gritty tannins and a lot of stewed-plum flavour\" Huon Hooke, Real Review, Oct 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\"This well-balanced and textured red complements the full-bodied Heathcote Shiraz and the soft, rich and fine crimson bubbles of the Heathcote Sparkling Shiraz. The range is designed to accompany chargrilled meats and artisan pizzas from a wood-fired oven. I found it intense and delightful, with an appealing smoky, cedar-wood and liquorice, much softer and more appealing than many young cabernets\" Lyndey Milan, Wine of the Week, Sept 2019\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIntense dark colour red with purple edge. Ripe blackberry and blueberry characters, cedar-wood and liquorice. Soft, rich, mouth coating, balanced tannin, hints of classic Cabernet and authentically Heathcote. Lovely drinking now. Will be delicious over 2-4 years in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVineyards from the Northern section of Heathcote were selected, mainly around Corop. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, rich soft Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDestemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 8-12 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 8 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. 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These conditions made for full flavour ripeness with great natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe Shiraz was harvested mid April whilst the Tempranillo fruit was picked earlier in March when each variety had reached maturity and were full of flavour. They were then fermented separately on skins for 7-10 days to allow the full extraction of flavour, colour and tannin.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tStep off the sidewalk and venture 'Down The Lane'. Excite your palate with our new savoury pick-me-upper Pinot Grigio Arneis, gluggable Rosé Gris de Gris, fully charged Shiraz Tempranillo and soft and juicy Merlot Durif Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFood Pairing: As a nod to the Spanish heritage of the Tempranillo, enjoy with a paella or tapas.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488089219389,"sku":"29676-6","price":83.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/13247-1.jpg?v=1729030485"},{"product_id":"tar-roses-heathcote-shiraz-2018-australia","title":"Tar \u0026 Roses Heathcote Shiraz 2018 (Australia)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eBlack \u0026amp; red berries\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eSpiced rhybarb\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cstrong\u003eFine, grainy tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRich deep ruby red. Ripe black and red berry fruits with liqourice, with spice and warm earth. Rhubarb and mulberry flavours on the palate. Mouth filling with fine grainy tannins, well balanced with a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAs with previous vintages, the grapes come from two main vineyards, one off the deep red Cambrian soil, the other from tougher more gravelly ground. The first gives us rich, chocolatey and earthy flavours whilst the other has more highly fragrant notes with good acid and sweet fruit. The wine that results is our take on Heathcote shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes for this wine came from a combination of vineyards. They were all kept separate during their fermentation and maturation lives. The machine harvested volume was crushed and destemmed into static fermenters and pumped over twice a day. After approximately ten days of fermentation, during which time the temperature and acid levels were monitored, they were individually pressed to tank using an air bag press. 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Aromas of ripe blue fruits and dark chocolate. The concentrated yet supple palate shows more blue fruits, rich chocolate, hints of salt bush and elegantly structured tannin's to finish. Ready for immediate enjoyment and will continue to evolve over the next 7-10 years with good cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVineyards are carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness. Harvest is carried out in the cool of the morning. Fruit is then carefully destemmed into Potters and fermented at 25-30°C over 7-8 days. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t2018 saw a cooler and a slightly wetter than average winter, vineyards experienced regular rainfall and warm temperatures throughout the spring which was then followed up with a warm and dry summer with generally lower yields and great fruit concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDeen De Bortoli was a true visionary in the Australian wine industry, whose mission was to create quality wine for everyone to enjoy. 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Liqueur cherries dance on the palate, perfectly accompanied by fig jam and sweet spice, it is wonderfully plush and round. Well balanced with substantial cocoa powder tannin, the wine finishes rich and long. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tA combination of two vineyards from Heathcote. Grapes were crushed and de-stemmed into one static fermenter which was pumped over twice a day. During fermentation the temperature and acid levels were monitored constantly. The wine was pressed to tank using an air bag press then racked off gross lees and transferred to barrel to finish malolactic fermentation. It was left to mature in a combination of new French and older barriques. Bottled 13th February 2019. Approximately 10% new French oak maturation. \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tIn contrast to the Nebbiolo and Sangiovese in this range, the Tempranillo is an early ripener and has no problem reaching full maturity in the soils at Heathcote. Tempranillo is prone to developing big bunches and berries when grown in rich soil so the rather gravely, tougher soil specific to Heathcote in particular, provides some restraint. 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Ripe blackberry and blueberry characters, cedar-wood and liquorice. Soft, rich, mouth coating, balanced tannin with hints of classic Cabernet, authentically Heathcote. Lovely drinking now, but will age well and be even more complex and delicious over the next 3-8 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVineyards from the Northern section of Heathcote were selected, mainly around Corop. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, rich, soft Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDestemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 8-12 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 7 months, then racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. 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Earth, blood plums, red licourice and spice complete the complex bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tAs with previous vintages, the grapes come from two main vineyards, one off the deep red Cambrian soil, the other from tougher more gravelly ground. The first gives us rich, chocolatey and earthy flavours whilst the other has more highly fragrant notes with good acid and sweet fruit. The wine that results is our take on Heathcote shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes for this wine came from a combination of vineyards. They were all kept separate during their fermentation and maturation lives. The machine harvested volume was crushed and destemmed into static fermenters and pumped over\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\ttwice a day. After approximately ten days of fermentation, during which time the temperature and acid levels were monitored, they were individually pressed to tank using an air bag press. 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Intense dark fruits, dark chocolate and hints of dried herb. The generous palate shows more dark berry, hints of coriander, cedar and a fine tannin finish. Excellent to drink now or with careful cellaring 5-6 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tHeathcote had a cool dry winter followed by good rains in late spring and an early summer enabled the vines to produce a good crop of flavoursome fruit. A dry harvest period enabled good ripening conditions producing wines with good varietal expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFruit was harvested in the cool of the morning to maximise fruit freshness. Upon reception at the winery, the fruit was carefully destemmed into our Potter fermenters where it underwent a 7 day fermentation. 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Fine substantial tannins and crunchy acidity sit well with the sour cherry fruit flavours. Medium bodied with dried herbs on the palate and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tSangiovese is a thin-skinned variety like Nebbiolo, known for its herbal\/spice notes more than its fruit notes. It has an attractive mid red colour and is characterised by high levels of tannin, well balanced by acid. It is suited to well drained soils with abundant sunlight, both of which the Heathcote vineyard provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was machine harvested into 2.5t steel bins, transported directly to the winery for immediate processing, then crushed in static fermenters and pumped over twice a day for approximately 20 minutes each time. The temperature and acid levels were monitored constantly and adjusted as necessary. After completing fermentation, the wine was pressed to tank using an air bag press. 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Concentrated red and blue fruits, fennel and olive spice and dark chocolate. Rich, plush, structural, cured meats, wild spice, authentically Heathcote. The Woodfired style is bold, brooding and intense. This Woodfired Shiraz is lovely for drinking now and will be delicious in 3-5 years in a good cellar. Woodfired wines are authentically Heathcote and perfectly crafted to accompany a chargrilled ribeye. Bold, brooding and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tVineyards from several sections of Heathcote were selected from Corop, Chinamans Bend and Colbinabbin. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, plump red wines like Woodfired Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tDestemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 6-8 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 8 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. 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The wine is firm and grippy in the mouth with abundant tannin, the mid-palate full and rich and generous, balancing the significant tannins. A serious red with proper Sangiovese structure and real potential. Time will build some complexity here\" Huon Hooke, Real Review\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tCherry red in the glass. Lifted mulberry characters with dusty earth and spice. Fine substantial tannins and crunchy acidity sit well with the sour cherry fruit flavours. Medium bodied with dried herbs on the palate and a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was machine harvested into 2.5t steel bins, transported directly to the winery for immediate processing, then crushed in static fermenters and pumped over twice a day for approximately 20 minutes each time. The temperature and acid levels were monitored constantly and adjusted as necessary. After completing fermentation, the wine was pressed to tank using an air bag press. 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The tannin structure of this wine is significant yet the overall wine is well balanced and flows over the palate seamlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA combination of vineyards. Crushed and de-stemmed into static fermenters which were pumped over twice a day. During fermentation the temperature and acid levels were monitored constantly, the wine was pressed to tank using an air bag press then racked off gross lees and transferred to barrel. It was left to mature in a combination of new French and older oak. Bottled 24 March 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2021 vintage was long and cool in comparison to the previous year. Once again we were unable to secure sufficient fruit out of the Heathcote GI and took a small parcel of Central Victorian fruit to supplement the blend. 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Ripe blackberry and cassis characters, cedarwood and liquorice, soft, rich, mouth coating, balanced tannin, authentically Heathcote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVineyards from the Northern section of Heathcote were selected. The ancient red Cambrian soils of Northern Heathcote are ideal for dark fruited, rich soft Cabernet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDestemmed and fermented at 25-30°C over 8-12 days. Pressed and matured in vats and casks for 7 months. Racked and aerated regularly to soften the wine. Vineyards carefully selected for a balance of fruit weight and ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoodfired wines are authentically Heathcote and perfectly crafted to accompany a chargrilled ribeye. Bold, brooding and delicious. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood Pairing: Chargrilled sirloin, wood-fired margherita pizza or green prawns over hot charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hancocks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49488505176381,"sku":"29672-6","price":137.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/9211\/5773\/files\/22706-1.jpg?v=1729033673"},{"product_id":"black-angus-single-vineyard-heathcote-cabernet-sauvignon-2017-australia","title":"Black Angus Single Vineyard Heathcote Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (Australia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Gorgeously fruited and perfumed, the bouquet shows cassis, mint chocolate, toasted nut and mixed spice aromas, followed by a concentrated palate delivering succulent fruit intensity together with silky texture and fine chalky tannins. Bold and flavoursome with a lengthy structured finish. At its best: Now to 2033\" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Mar 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"It’s a Cabernet Sauvignon from Heathcote. It’s a firm, solid red built on an excellent frame of tannin, though of course the curranty fruit is the star of the show. This is ripe but fresh, powerful but not overdone. Gum leaf, cocoa and red currant characters add to the positive impression. The pitch here is perfect. It has elegance but it also has plenty of flavour\" Campbell Mattinson, The Wine Front, Oct 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"From a top year which has been given the heavy bottle\/cork treatment by way of emphasis. A single-vineyard expression that combines all the things\" Jeni Port, Wine Companion, May 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Totally opaque black dark red colour with a dark red hue. A mixture of ripe blackcurrant, plum and mulberry fruits greet the nostrils followed by vanillin cedar, light earth and bay leaf notes. Medium bodied and quite elegant the palate sports red to blackcurrant and mulberry flavours over plum, earthy tobacco, vanillin cedar and infusions of bay leaf. Fine grained yet sturdy tannin structure with a refined medium to long aftertaste. Drink over the next 5-6 years\" Nick's Wine Merchant, Apr 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A full bodied, concentrated, deep Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas of black plums, cassis and smoke. Pair with cooked meats\" Natalie McLean, Apr 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Angus the Bull brand was developed to be a red wine that was an ideal match for red meat. The winemaker has taken that philosophy a step further with this elegant single vineyard cabernet from Heathcote in Victoria, Australia. Made in a full-bodied style, this offers smoke, mint and dried herbal notes that add complexity to the ripe core of dark fruit flavours. Drink now to 2027\" Christopher Waters, Globe \u0026amp; Mail Toronto, Apr 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark red with crimson hues, lifted cassis, blackcurrant leaf and cedar. Ripe black fruits accompanied by a refreshing bright palate with classic Heathcote eucalypt-mint characters. Bold generous mid-palate displaying fruit intensity and ripe textured tannins. Exceptional concentration and purity combined with restrained structure and balance. This is a wine that can be enjoyed in its youth, but will also equally reward those with the patience to cellar for a further 6 – 10 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2017 vintage in Heathcote was a standout year producing wines of intense concentration and power. Average winter rain was followed by a drier than normal spring until a well timed downpour arrived in January to set the vineyards up beautifully. 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