Tar & Roses, Sangiovese

Sangiovese is also a thin skinned Italian variety like Nebbiolo. It is known for its herbal/spice notes more than fruit, it has an attractive mid red colour and can be 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. Attractive lifted terracotta clay characters with scented rose water and red cherries to taste

The original Tar & Roses team of Don Lewis (RIP) and Narelle King began their winemaking journey in Priorat, Spain, immersing themselves within the classic Mediterranean wine regions and varietals. This sparked an interest in how these varietals could be grown and made back home in their native regions of Central Victoria, Australia.

The Name, comes from both the signature characteristics of Nebbiolo=Tar & Roses.

A walnutty, dried herb and earthy bouquet rather than berry fruit. This wine is firm and grippy in the mouth with abundant tannin. A serious red with proper Sangiovese structure and real aging potential. A grippy wine like this is brilliant with slow cooked meats or stews. 

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About This Wine

Country
AU
Region
Victoria
Appellation
Heathcote
Type
Red
Varietal
Sangiovese
Soils
Red calcareous sodic clay soils
Closure
Screwcap
Alcohol
13.5%
Pairing
Osso Bucco, or sausage and mash

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