Jim Barry “The Armagh” Shiraz 2017 France S

Jim Barry “The Armagh” Shiraz 2017 France SThe Armagh Shiraz has achieved extraordinary success and is regarded as one of Australias highest quality wines. The vineyard was named after the adjoining hamlet of Armagh, established by Irish settlers in 1849 and named after the lush rolling hills of their homeland. Jim Barry planted the 3. 3 hectare vineyard in 1968 with Shiraz grapes. The Armagh has achieved remarkable success, attaining the maximum possible rating of 'Exceptional' in Langton's

It's the second generation

they represent the value and flavours of the Douro and its great historic export

a venerable house with 135 years under its belt across four generations

and the other half raised 7 months in barrels and 4 months in foudre

Seghesio remains focused on its family roots

Blend: 55% Merlot

Bollinger uses grapes that come from 80% premier and grand cru vineyards

where Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz are predominant

Ted Lemon’s one stipulation for his involvement

started the Castelvetro project in 2002

estate based

unlike some other Soave producers who have introduced international varieties such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc to bolster their wines