CHALMERS AGLIANICO 2019 - red

Style: Savoury & DetailedKim Chalmers and her family now have two vintages under their belts at their new vineyard in Heathcote, proving that the Italian varieties they pioneered on the hot banks of the Murray River back in the early 2000s are also well suited to the rich red soil of central Victoria. MAX ALLEN, Gourmet TravellerFor more than a decade the Chalmers family has led the way in importing new, ‘alternative’ grape varieties through its Merbein nursery and vineyard. They were prescient in seeing the need for varieties that are suited to Australian conditions and a changing climate, pioneering Mediterranean varieties, most recently falanghina, pecorino and ribolla gialla. With vineyards in the Murray Darling, established in the '80s, and Heathcote regions ('11) and through the 2nd generation Kim and Tennille Chalmers, the family produces cutting-edge wines. From the Chalmers Project (experimental, micro-fermentation wines), to the Montevecchio label (approachable blends), Le Sorelle (a celebration of Heathcote and Murray Darling fruit), Dott. (a tribute to viticulturist Dr Rod Bonfiglioli) and Chalmers label (single-vineyard wines) and more, the family excels as both growers and producers, never content with the status quo.Destemmed, wild fermented, left 30 days on skins, pressed to chestnut botte. The classic southern Italian red grape is incredibly well suited to the climate and soils of Heathcote. Each vintage re-affirms that. A complex, fleshy expression of the grape is wrapped in black cherry, white pepper, allspice, dark chocolate, licorice and a gentle savouriness. A lovely depth of flavour with hints of almond nuttiness is just developing on the palate. It's going to age into a beauty. JENI PORT, James HallidayRegion: Heathcote, VICTORIAVariety: Aglianico ABV: 14% Liquor Act 2007. It is against the law to sell or supply alcohol to, or to obtain alcohol on behalf of a person under the age of 18 years. Lic No. LIQP770016424 *We endeavour to ensure the correct vintage is displayed, however some variations may occur in store and for delivered bottles.