- Christmas pet Christmas clothingWirra Wirra Catapult Shiraz 75cl

Greg Trott saw many dreams realised at Wirra Wirra. Yet one eluded him - building a medieval siege machine, or "trebuchet" to use as a catapult; bombing neighbouring wineries with bottles of fine wine. Since his passing we have honoured the dream, crafting a trebuchet and a wine that symbolize his pioneering spirit. A shiraz that is classic McLaren Vale, yet bright and brimful of possibilities. Just like Trott.

Greg Trott saw many dreams realised at Wirra Wirra. Yet one eluded him - building a medieval siege machine, or rebuchet\ to use as a catapult; bombing neighbouring wineries with bottles of fine wine. Since his passing we have honoured the dream, crafting a trebuchet and a wine that symbolize his pioneering spirit. A shiraz that is classic McLaren Vale, yet bright and brimful of possibilities. Just like Trott.

Wine of Australia, Elevated vineyards McLaren Vale, RGT collection

Country of Origin

Australia

Suitable for vegetarians

Package Type

Bottle

Type of Closure

Screwcap

Other Information

Origin:
Wine of Australia

Importer:
Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd,
AL4 9HJ,
UK.

Additional Information:
750ml bottle = 10.5 units
125ml glass = 1.8 units
Drink Responsibly
UK Government recommends adults do not regularly exceed:
Men 3-4 units a day
Women 2-3 units a day

Brand

Wirra Wirra

Manufacturer

Produced by:
R.G. & R.T. Trott Pty. Ltd.,
Wirra Wirra Vineyards,
McMurtrie Rd,
McLaren Vale,
S.A. 5171.

Return To Address

Gonzalez Byass UK Ltd,
AL4 9HJ,
UK.
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www.wirrawirra.com

Allergen Information

Contains Eggs, Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites

Allergy Information

Contains Sulphites, Egg

Dietary Information

Suitable for Vegetarians

ABV (%)

14.5

Units

10.5

Grape Variety

Shiraz/Syrah

Tasting Notes

The Catapult shiraz is bright and bursting with juicy red fruits. Silky smooth with well balanced tannis, this is a delicious and incredibly drinkable McLaren Vale shiraz

History

The late Greg Trott saw many of his unusual dreams realised at Wirra Wirra. Yet one vision eludedhim - to build a medieval siege machine, or trebuchet. Why? To use as a catapult to bomb neighbouring wineries with bottles of wine of course. This wine is part of a range, the RGT collection which remembers the pioneering spirit of Richard Gregory Trott.

Regional Information

McLaren Vale's favourable climate and geographical factors make it ideal for grape growing and producing regionally distinctive wines year after year. The climate is characterised by warm summers, moderate winters, winter-dominant rainfall. Rain during the harvest period and frost are rare. For the viticulturist this means less likelihood of crop damage and low disease pressure.

Current Vintage

2017

Vinification Details

Catapult grapes were fermented separately and each vineyard parcel was tasted twice daily by the winemakers. Once the desired levels of colour, flavour and texture for the Catapult style were achieved, the wine was aged for 9 months in French oak. This ageing maintains a bright, fresh and fruit-driven
style of shiraz.

Producer