Wallace by Ben Glaetzer
Wallace is an ancestral name of Colin’s wife, Judith, whose family hail from the old market town of Cupar in Fife, Scotland. Judith’s Celtic ancestry is reflected in the three elements of the Wallace symbol – the Celtic cross, thistle and the Celtic knot pattern.
Glaetzer Wallace takes on the traditional Barossa Valley blend of Shiraz and Grenache in a thoroughly modern way. The Shiraz component gives the wine backbone, flesh and body with the Grenache adding a soft, vibrant juiciness.
Overt dark cherry, cracked pepper and raspberry notes are lifted and fragrant on the nose.
There is a dark fruit lushness to the palate which is counterbalanced by a spicy suppleness and focus. Flavours of blackcurrant, blueberry and crushed spice provide depth and complexity.
Very approachable in it’s youth and will develop great complexity as it ages.
69% Shiraz, 31% Grenache.
