Author: Dirk Chan
Our online feature this week is the Temple Brewer Mataro Shiraz Grenache (Langhorne Creek, Australia) – $19.99, regularly $24.99.
Temple Bruer was established as a small vineyard and nursery in the early 1970’s on a property situated on the main road between the towns of Strathalbyn and Milang, in the grape growing district of Langhorne Creek in South Australia. Temple Bruer is regarded as a leader in the organic wine scene, used as the “model” for organic farming for Australia. Owner David Bruer knows organic wine is healthier and their organic practices that are sustainable – sustainability and health are all entwined in their house philosophy. They own and manage four Organic Certified vineyards in Langhorne Creek, Eden Valley, Loxton and Moorook. In addition, they contract other organically certified vineyards to grow fruit in Currency Creek and McLaren Vale, all based in South Australia.
Our weekly special this week is their Mataro Shiraz Grenache – aromas of cranberries and plums, cherry, violets, cinnamon and black pepper. A balanced medium to full-bodied spicy palate, with lots of raspberry, bramble, plum and beetroot fruit. Weighty yet polished with lingering small and fine tannins. Pair with grilled red meats.
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