Peter Lehmann Shiraz
| Vintage: | 2015 |
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| Description: | Winemaker Notes\r\n\r\n\r\nCrafted by the next generation of Peter Lehmann winemakers, The Barossan showcases the superb fruit sourced from the many fabled sub-regions across the Barossa Valley.\r\nThe winemakers have identified varying interpretations of this classic varietal to blend together seamlessly, delivering a complex and layered wine with fruit intensity and suppleness. Lifted cherry and brooding dark fruit aromas combine seamlessly with sweet chocolate and mocha undertones. An intense, generous and full-bodied wine with fine tannins and a soft, supple finish.\r\nThis rich and bold wine perfectly complements the flavors of slow-roasted barbecue meat, such as a Wagyu steak.\r\nAbout Peter Lehmann Winery\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nOften referred to as the man who saved the Barossa Valley, Peter Lehmann\u2019s reputation is legendary throughout the region and Australian winemaking history. Today, Peter Lehmann Wines is one of the most established family owned wineries in the region.\r\nThe late 1970s were difficult times for the Barossa wine grape growing community as the region was hit with a severe grape surplus. Companies refused to buy grapes and honour contracts, and Peter Lehmann knew this would destroy the livelihoods of the 140 family growers.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nIn a courageous bid to support his community of growers, Peter took out a loan, assembled equipment and built a small winery to process their grapes. The winery was called Masterson of the Barossa, in a nod to the famous gambler, Skye Masterson from the musical, Guys and Dolls.\r\nThe wine from the first vintage in 1980 was called \u2018The Futures\u2019 in a nod to the commitment Peter made to paying the growers once he had sold the wine. This arrangement was sealed with a handshake and Peter\u2019s word was his bond. True to his promise, when the money started coming in Peter made sure to pay his growers first.\r\nLed by Peter, the Barossa community pulled together during the tough times, not just to make great wine but to preserve the future of the land and the Barossa region. Today these longstanding relationships with the same community of family growers gives the Peter Lehmann winemakers unrivalled access to the very best grapes across the length and breadth of the Barossa. |
| Price: | $ 19.99 |
| Price in original currency: | None |
Available from BASSER’S Fine Wine
| Address: |
6240 Coral Ridge Drive Coral Springs, FL 33076 United States |
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| Telephone (regular): | 954-840-3122 |
First added to 1000 Corks on August 23, 2020.
