Z Wine's Rustica Shiraz is an intense crimson red with purple hues followed by aromas of ripe cherry and red plum which are complimented by hints of pepper and spice with lifted perfumed notes. The palate is warm and full flavoured, displaying generous sweet red fruit, such as cherry, raspberry and plum. These fruits are couple with cedar spice notes and the soft mouth-filling tannins carry the fruit as well as providing structure and length to the wine. This wine is an exemplary example of a lifted, fruit filled Barossa Shiraz suitable for drinking in its youth.

History Z Wine (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations. Winemaking Sourced from premium Barossa Valley Mataro with great Rosé producing attributes. The palate is generous and creamy with good balance (dry with no residual sugar and refreshing acidity). An attractive wine with spice character is achieved from delicate and careful winemaking. The method of draining off skins is referred to as Saignée as it is the French word for bleeding (i.e. the bleeding (draining) of juice from the grape skins). 4-8 hours on skins followed by cool fermentation on a small number of solids to add texture. Colour Pink Turkish delight, vibrant hues Nose Lifted cranberry & strawberry fruits with hints of musk and rose water. Palate Crisp and dry with an amazing fruit flavour spectrum spanning strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, apple and cherry. The fruit splay is balanced with textural and savoury spice notes derived from the premium Mataro fruit. The palate is satisfying with strawberries and cream dominating the lingering finish. Variety: Barossa Valley Mataro Oak: Nil Alcohol:12.5 c% Alc/Vol pH: 3.32 TA: 6.10g/L Winemaker: Janelle Zerk

The Z Wine Rustica Grenache has a vibrant purple colour with a youthful hue. A perfumed bouquet bursting with violet, crushed strawberry and raspberry aromas coupled with subtle white pepper and star anise notes making a truly intriguing and inviting Grenache wine. Ideal to consume while young.