Ironcloud Wines 'Rock of Solitude' Shiraz 2020
Primary flavours
Blueberry
Dark Fruit
Plum
Earthy
Liquorice
Pepper
Smoky
Spice
Details
This is a dark and soulful Shiraz from this single vineyard in the Ferguson Valley. With a deep purple colour, dark spice and rich plums, we are off to a great start. Behind all those layers is a decent pinch of pepper and chewy tannins.
Ironcloud Wines is the passion project for Warwick Lavis, a fruit in the form of bunches of grapes from all his hard work and success over the years in the restaurant industry. Aside from Ironcloud, for years Warwick owned one of the staples of the Perth restaurant scene, Matilda Bay Restaurant, with its stunning views of the Swan River and classic, modern Australian food. Warwick set up Ironcloud in 2003 with a couple of friends in the growing region of Ferguson Valley, which is part of the broader Geographe region that lies sandwiched between Perth and Margaret River. The vineyard is a smorgasbord of classic varieties and emerging warm climate alternate varieties, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and Touriga Nacional showing their true potential in the Ferguson Valley. There are three key series of wines, with the entry level Pepperilly, premium Alliance and our favourite, the Rock of Solitude range.
Ironcloud Wines is the passion project for Warwick Lavis, a fruit in the form of bunches of grapes from all his hard work and success over the years in the restaurant industry. Aside from Ironcloud, for years Warwick owned one of the staples of the Perth restaurant scene, Matilda Bay Restaurant, with its stunning views of the Swan River and classic, modern Australian food. Warwick set up Ironcloud in 2003 with a couple of friends in the growing region of Ferguson Valley, which is part of the broader Geographe region that lies sandwiched between Perth and Margaret River. The vineyard is a smorgasbord of classic varieties and emerging warm climate alternate varieties, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and Touriga Nacional showing their true potential in the Ferguson Valley. There are three key series of wines, with the entry level Pepperilly, premium Alliance and our favourite, the Rock of Solitude range.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
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 low acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, high alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Geographe
country
Australia
Grape type
Shiraz
Wine Maker
Ironcloud Wines
Alcohol
14.5%
Vintage
2020
Cellar period
3-5 years
Closure
Screw Cap
Production method
Sustainably Made
Temperature
Room Temperature 15°C-18°C
State
WA
collection
Pairing guide
You just can’t beat a great Shiraz, and this sultry number from Ironcloud Wines really hits the spot whenever you’re looking to pair a red with some tasty grilled or barbecued meat. Lamb, beef, and duck are always going to pair up beautifully with Shiraz, and you’ll also get great results from roasted capsicum, eggplant, and bean and lentil dishes. Stews and braises are never a bad idea with this wine, especially those with a deep umami flavour.
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Food
BBQ
Red Meat
Tastes
Rich
Powerful
Moods
Always A Winner
Any and all
Seasons
Winter
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Geographe, Australia
Geographe is a wine region located in the South West region of Western Australia (40 minute’s drive Northeast of Margaret River). It has a Mediterranean-style climate with warm, dry summers and mild, winters, which is ideal for growing grapes. The soils are predominantly sandy loams, providing good drainage and nutrient levels for the vines, and some vineyards have access to the permanent water table 15m below.
It is known for producing high quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Shiraz. Compared to nearby Margaret River, Cabernet Sauvignon from Geographe tends to have distinctly fine gain and lingering tannins. The region has seen a rapid growth of boutique producers in recent years, aided by its proximity to Geographe Bay, which is home to a world-class food and wine scene, but attractions like Busselton Jetty, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and gorgeous seascape panoramas.
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