# Crooked Mick (2020)

- **Producer:** Qualia Wines
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Shiraz
- **Region:** South Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black pepper, dark berries, ripe plum, vanilla

## About this wine

Crooked Mick 2020 is a Shiraz produced by Qualia Wines from the South Australia region. This wine is crafted from 100% Shiraz grapes and has an alcohol by volume of 14%. It has received recognition at both the Melbourne Royal Wine Awards and the Riverland Wine Show, earning Bronze medals. The wine is also distributed in Sweden through Systembolaget.

## Interesting facts

- Awarded Bronze at the 2021 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards.
- Also received a Bronze medal at the Riverland Wine Show.
- A popular choice available in Sweden's Systembolaget.
- Made from 100% Shiraz grapes.

## Food pairing

The full body and ripe fruit characteristics of this Shiraz pair well with rich, protein-heavy dishes. The wine's tannins can complement the protein in meats, while its peppery notes can echo spices used in cooking. Dishes with a touch of sweetness or smokiness can also create appealing flavor bridges.

## Wine making process

Crooked Mick 2020 is produced by Qualia Wines using 100% Shiraz grapes from South Australia. The winemaking process involves fermentation, likely in stainless steel to retain fruit purity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged, with evidence of oak influence contributing to its structure and complexity. The harvest timing would have been managed to capture optimal fruit ripeness for the vintage conditions.