{"product_id":"wakefield-taylors-family-wines-the-estate-shiraz-2022","title":"Wakefield Estate Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTaylors Wines (also known as Wakefield in some markets) was founded in 1969 in Clare Valley, South Australia, by Bill Taylor and his sons. The “Estate Label” range was among their earliest releases (Cabernet and Shiraz being foundational to the estate) and reflects the family’s philosophy of controlling vineyard, winery, and bottling on site.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Over the decades, they have grown vineyard holdings, refined winemaking, and established Clare Valley as a signature region for both red and white varietals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe producer is Taylors Wines (Wakefield in the Northern Hemisphere). Their winemaking team sources fruit from estate vineyards and selected external sites (e.g. Limestone Coast) to underpin the Estate Shiraz.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e They oversee picking, fermentation, oak maturation and blending to ensure the wine balances richness, varietal character, and structural finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFruit for this wine is sourced primarily from Clare Valley, with possible contributions from Limestone Coast.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Clare Valley is known for warm days and cool nights, producing large diurnal shifts that help retain acidity and aromatic complexity in reds. Soils are typically well-drained, with red loam over limestone (“terra rossa”) in many parcels.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eGrapes are handpicked at optimal ripeness. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with managed extraction. The wine is matured in oak barrels (both new and used) for a period (not always publicly disclosed, but consistent with their style) to integrate oak influence without overpowering fruit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Barrel aging helps round tannins and add complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eColour: dusty ruby. Aromas and flavors include red cherry, cherry BBQ sauce, mint, tar, tea, and peppered bacon, with overtones of leather and green herbs.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The palate is medium-bodied, lively, with firm tannins and a warming finish. The fruit \u0026amp; savory interplay gives it both richness and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs well with grilled meats (lamb, beef), barbecued pork, game dishes, and hearty stews. The savory and peppery notes match well with spice, herbs (rosemary, thyme), and dishes with smoky or charred elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eService Methods and Temperatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe at about \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e16-18 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Use a large red wine glass to allow aromas to open. Decanting for 20-30 minutes is beneficial to soften oak influence and let the wine breathe. Once opened, best consumed over 1-2 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis wine is approachable now but has capacity to age. Under good cellar conditions (stable ~12-14 °C, moderate humidity, darkness), it can evolve over \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5-7 years\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Over time, tertiary notes (leather, earth, spice) may emerge while fruit integrates with oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape Varietals \u0026amp; percentage used\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e100 % Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e14.5 %\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScores\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTastings.com: \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 \/ 100\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922272764118,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/WakefieldTaylor_SFamilyWinesTheEstateShiraz.png?v=1773668049","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/wakefield-taylors-family-wines-the-estate-shiraz-2022","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}