# Wallace (2021)

- **Producer:** Glaetzer Wines
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Shiraz, Grenache
- **Region:** Barossa Valley, Australia
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Average price:** €26
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black pepper, mulberry, lavender, blackberry, blackcurrant, raspberry, red plum, anise, vanilla, cloves

## About this wine

The Glaetzer Wines 'Wallace' 2021 is a red wine from the Barossa Valley, South Australia, produced by Glaetzer Wines. This vintage is a blend of Shiraz and Grenache, with the grapes sourced from old vines in the Ebenezer sub-district, ranging from 50-80 years for Shiraz and 50-100 years for Grenache. The Glaetzer family has a long-standing history in the Barossa Valley, with winemaker Ben Glaetzer continuing the tradition with a focus on minimal intervention and showcasing old-vine fruit. The 2021 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions, including good spring rainfall and cooler summer temperatures, contributing to vine health and fruit quality.

## Interesting facts

- Grapes sourced from vines aged 50-100 years.
- Minimal intervention winemaking philosophy.
- Blend of Shiraz and Grenache from Ebenezer.
- Family winemaking history since 1888.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and firm tannins are well-suited to richer protein dishes, where they can cut through fat and complement the savory flavors. The fruit-forward notes in the wine can echo or contrast with elements in the food, creating a balanced and enjoyable dining experience.

## Wine making process

The Glaetzer Wines 'Wallace' 2021 is produced using a minimal intervention approach. The Shiraz grapes are matured for 16 months in 2-3 year old oak hogsheads, comprising 80% French and 20% American oak. The Grenache component is treated with minimal oak contact to preserve its fruit character. The winemaking process aims to showcase the purity of fruit from the old vines.