Gibson 'Il Minestrone' Shiraz Blend 2019
Primary flavours

Dark Raspberry

Fig

Mulberry

Dried Herbs

Leather

Mocha
Details
Inspired by the host of ingredients that go into the classic Italian soup, this blend is based on Shiraz, filled out with Tempranillo, Montepulciano, Nero d'Avola and a couple of others for good measure! Built for lovers of rich, juicy reds. Low tannins, bright fruit with the right amount of acidity, it can pair with just about anything. Lots of wild berries and dried herbs, this is a winner.
Gibson Wines goes back twenty plus years in production history in South Australia and crafts wines ranging from bright, energetic Rieslings to the dark, powerful examples of shiraz the region is famous for. Rob Gibson is the patriarch of the family and enterprise. An early entree into wine at Penfolds in the mid seventies planted the foundations of a career that would last for just over twenty years with the producer. Gibson wines started out in 1996 as a small endeavour with a wine named after his mother 'Isabelle'; so you know he is a good guy. From this early beginning the styles have increased and now offer a range of wines that have been rated by the Wine Companion as a five star winery in Australia. With time he and his son have brought in grapes such as Fiano and Primitivo which are more often seen in the Mediterranean climates of Europe. These wines are created to offer wine lovers a new taste of the producer, and the region, to be enjoyed with or without food.
Gibson Wines goes back twenty plus years in production history in South Australia and crafts wines ranging from bright, energetic Rieslings to the dark, powerful examples of shiraz the region is famous for. Rob Gibson is the patriarch of the family and enterprise. An early entree into wine at Penfolds in the mid seventies planted the foundations of a career that would last for just over twenty years with the producer. Gibson wines started out in 1996 as a small endeavour with a wine named after his mother 'Isabelle'; so you know he is a good guy. From this early beginning the styles have increased and now offer a range of wines that have been rated by the Wine Companion as a five star winery in Australia. With time he and his son have brought in grapes such as Fiano and Primitivo which are more often seen in the Mediterranean climates of Europe. These wines are created to offer wine lovers a new taste of the producer, and the region, to be enjoyed with or without food.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
nonesomelots
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
lowmediumhigh
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards full bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, high alcohol and lots of oak.
Specs
Region
Barossa Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Shiraz Blend
Wine Maker
Gibson
Alcohol
14.2%
Vintage
2019
Cellar period
5-10 years
Production method
Vegan
State
SA
Pairing guide
This beautiful blended wine makes fantastic use of the holy trinity of blended reds: the timeless GSM blend we love so much. It’s going to be a superb accompaniment to all kinds of robust chicken and duck dishes, and is going to be a perfect pairing for grilled rack of lamb, sirloin steak, and even simple pork dishes, too. As the name suggests, minestrone soup is going to be a sensible match for this lively wine, but really, any deeply flavourful and savoury main course is going to do the trick beautifully.
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Food

Italian

Minestrone Soup

Burgers
Tastes

Fruity

Rich
Moods

Excited
Seasons

Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Barossa Valley, Australia
The Barossa Valley is a wine lover's paradise, located in the sunny state of South Australia. With its warm climate and fertile soil, this region is known for producing bold, full-bodied red wines that will make your taste buds sing. The area's winemaking history dates back to the 1840s, when European settlers first planted grapevines. Today, the Barossa Valley is home to over 150 wineries and is a top destination for wine enthusiasts from around the world. So grab a glass and get ready to explore the delicious wines of the Barossa Valley!
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