James Halliday Rating Vintage Rating 8/10 Winestate Magazine (Sept/Oct 2007) 3 1/2 STARS Equal Top in Category Bronze Medal winner!

Tasting Note A stunning, vintage dry style of Sparkling Shiraz made using the Traditional Method (Methode Champenoise). A festive and refreshing glass of bubbles, dark plum and blackberry fruit with a delightful dry cedary finish. Enjoy on its own as an aperitif or with roast turkey or honey glazed ham. The perfect accompaniment for this years Christmas dinner.

Alcohol Volume 14.0%

Standard Drinks 8.3

Closure Cork

McLaren Vale, South Australia Coordinates: 35º14'S, 138º33'E Altitude: 50-200m Heat degree days: 1910 Sunshine hours per day: 8.6 Annual Rainfall: 660mm Growing season rainfall: 180mm Mean January temperature: 21.7ºC Harvest: Late February - late April McLaren Vale is a region entrenched with history, fine wine and fine food. Vines were first planted in the mid 1800's. The region rode the cycle of boom and bust to the present day where it is now a major contributor to Australia's annual grape harvest. The region contains some of the country's largest producers, but it also has a good number of boutique wineries that consistently make fine wines and experiment with different wine styles. There is substantial climatic variation throughout McLaren Vale, due to varying exposure to the influence of the nearby ocean. There are also significant changes in altitude as the region merges with the Adelaide Hills and the Mount Lofty Ranges. Summer rainfall is low and these days irrigation is considered essential. Sandy soils are on the coast, ironstone in the hills and red/brown earths on the flats. The region is most famous for its red varieties - in particular Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. However, several varieties perform superbly, including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc (on cooler sites), Grenache, Malbec and Merlot. Sources: James Halliday www.winepros.com.au Toni Paterson MW www.winediva.com.au