2022 Chien Violet Organic Shiraz
$35.00
THE NAME
“I named my wine range ‘Rusty Mutt‘ because I was born in the Year of the Metal Dog in Chinese astrology. I then ‘Australianised’ Metal Dog to Rusty Mutt.”
“I am thrilled to introduce my first fully organic Rusty Mutt wine! The grapes come from a certified organic vineyard called ‘Wit’s End’ in McLaren Vale. This vineyard is renowned for its bright red fruits and violet floral notes, which inspired the name ‘Chien Violet‘, meaning ‘Violet Dog’ in French.” – Scott Heidrich (Owner / Winemaker)
WINES / REVIEWS
GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Australian And New Zealand Boutique Wine Show
Judges Comments:
“Deep Ruby – dark core. Forest fruits (blackcurrants) with meaty and earthy elements. Good tannin structure and length. Good ripeness, energy and succulence. Sweet fruited and plush with good energy. Dark robust plum, mulberry pie, clove and allspice, and dense.”
94 points – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)
“Splendidly ripe and fragrant, showing blackberry, cedary oak, cake spice and rich floral aromas, it’s succulent and generously weighted in the mouth with juicy fruit flavours backed by plush texture and grainy tannins, finishing wonderfully long and sturdy. Bold and flavoursome.”
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TASTING NOTES
“Incredibly youthful vibrant purples with depth and intensity. With time in the glass, aromatic red berry fruits and this vineyard’s hallmark violet floral character grows in intensity. Sweet and savoury Teriyaki notes fill out this complex aroma. Forget any preconceived ideas you may have about organic wines. This is a McLaren Vale Shiraz first and foremost. Bright fruit, dark chocolate texture and a savoury meat umami flavour that leaves you wanting more. The tannins are young but surprisingly smooth, which roll to the perfectly gentle acidity on the finish.”
Scott Heidrich (Owner / Winemaker)
Style features
Open fermented, hand plunged and membrane. Matured in 2 -4 yo French and American oak for 12 months.
Vintage Rating
8/10. A healthy growing season which produced bright concentrated wines.
Food Matching
Enjoy with Teriyaki Beef, Sticky Pork or Beef Ribs, Slow Roasted Beef Brisket, Lamb Shanks and Filet Mignon.
When to drink
Drink now to 2035.
GOLD MEDAL – 2023 Australian And New Zealand Boutique Wine Show
Judges Comments:
“Deep Ruby – dark core. Forest fruits (blackcurrants) with meaty and earthy elements. Good tannin structure and length. Good ripeness, energy and succulence. Sweet fruited and plush with good energy. Dark robust plum, mulberry pie, clove and allspice, and dense.”
94 Points – Sam Kim (Wine Orbit)
“Splendidly ripe and fragrant, showing blackberry, cedary oak, cake spice and rich floral aromas, it’s succulent and generously weighted in the mouth with juicy fruit flavours backed by plush texture and grainy tannins, finishing wonderfully long and sturdy. Bold and flavoursome. At its best: now to 2035.”
| Awards | 2024 Vale Gold, ANZBWS GOLD |
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5 reviews for 2022 Chien Violet Organic Shiraz
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Peter Burke (verified owner) –
Really pleasant lovely colour and good depth of flavour
Cathy (verified owner) –
Lovely. Unfortunately the three bottles evaporated too quickly…I should’ve bought more! It is a very easy-to-drink Shiraz, light and delicious. Highly recommended!
Jason C. (verified owner) –
Ben van Dugteren (verified owner) –
Great wine
Con Liascos (verified owner) –