2022 Mother Block Red, Victoria, Australia
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62% Sagrantino, 17% Nero d’Avola, 7% Aglianico, 6% Sangiovese, 5% Uva di Troia, 2% Teroldego, 1% Piedirosso
This exciting blend of Italian varieties comes to us from the Chalmers estate’s ‘Mother Block’ vineyard, the heart of their operation. The Chalmers have been pioneering the effort to grow more Italian varieties in Australia since the early 2000s, now boasting more than 75 different types in their nursery, and grafting vines to share the wealth with all of Australia.
There has always been a focus on Italian varietals at the Chalmers estates, which has been amplified by Bruce and Jenni’s daughters, Kim and Tennille. The vineyard has been under their care since 2005.
A co-fermented blend pulling the best qualities from seven red Italian varieties - all imported by Chalmers. The aromatics combine red and purple fruits - pomegranate, riberry (a tart native berry), plum, and cherry - with savory qualities of Szechuan peppercorn, licorice, mint, and sesame. Gulpable!