# Nest Egg Shiraz (2014)

- **Producer:** Bird in Hand
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Shiraz
- **Region:** South Australia, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 15–17 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, black cherry, black pepper, vanilla, cedar, cloves

## About this wine

The Bird in Hand Nest Egg Shiraz 2014 is a premium red wine from the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia, crafted from 100% Shiraz. Bird in Hand is a family-owned winery founded in 1997, known for its cool-climate wines and dedication to sustainability, innovation, and the arts. The Adelaide Hills' unique climate contributes to the wine's distinctive character. The 2014 vintage is noted for its 'cool-climate spice,' and the Nest Egg Shiraz is considered the epitome of the region's expression, balancing intensity with finesse.

## Interesting facts

- Each bottle is individually numbered.
- The wine is a testament to the 'Essence of an Adelaide Hill Shiraz'.
- Bird in Hand is a family-owned winery established in 1997.
- The 2014 vintage is described as having 'cool-climate spice'.

## Food pairing

The wine's full body and structured tannins are well-suited to complement the richness of red meats and game. The cool-climate spice and fruit notes can echo or contrast with savory herbs and fruit-based sauces, creating a harmonious dining experience.

## Wine making process

The Nest Egg Shiraz undergoes fermentation on skins in small, open-top static fermenters for 10-14 days, utilizing gentle extraction. The fruit is destemmed and partially crushed, with 25-100% whole berries incorporated into the ferment. Following fermentation, the wine is pressed and aged in tight-grained French oak for 18 months before blending. Each bottle is numbered, indicating a focus on meticulous production.