Some Young Punks 'Squid's Fist' 2018
Primary flavours

Black Cherry

Dark Plum

Dark Raspberry

Damp Earth

Leather

Savoury
Details
A dense, dark wine that melds Sangiovese with the heft of Shiraz, combining for a complex, rich drop that has shows off both black and red fruit. The Sangiovese lends the wine freshness and some earthy spices, whilst the Shiraz offers power and density. A satisfying drink.
In 2006, Some Young Punks was created by three lifelong friends Col, Jen (both from Adelina Wines) and Nic. What was their reason for creating this new age winery?... in their words “we blame the booze.” These punks have managed to transfuse their wicked senses of humour into a number of funky labels including Naked on Roller Skates, Monster’s Attack and Quickie. But don't mistake the humour for superficial wine production, these guys are the real deal. The label is a small scale production that is traditional in its approach with a no fuss attitude including hand-picking in small lots, fruit sourced from all over South Australia, basket pressing, indigenous yeast fermentations and no filtration.
In 2006, Some Young Punks was created by three lifelong friends Col, Jen (both from Adelina Wines) and Nic. What was their reason for creating this new age winery?... in their words “we blame the booze.” These punks have managed to transfuse their wicked senses of humour into a number of funky labels including Naked on Roller Skates, Monster’s Attack and Quickie. But don't mistake the humour for superficial wine production, these guys are the real deal. The label is a small scale production that is traditional in its approach with a no fuss attitude including hand-picking in small lots, fruit sourced from all over South Australia, basket pressing, indigenous yeast fermentations and no filtration.
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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 medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
Clare Valley
country
Australia
Grape type
Sangiovese
Wine Maker
Some Young Punks
Alcohol
13.5%
Vintage
2018
Cellar period
5-10 years
Production method
Vegan
State
SA
Pairing guide
Bright, bold, and beautiful, this Sangiovese blend from the ever-innovative Some Young Punks manages to be highly drinkable while still packing a real punch of flavour. Like most wines using Sangiovese as a base, this red wonder is going to match up best with tomato dishes - from pasta arrabbiata to spaghetti bolognese, and from chili con carne to a tomato-based Indian curry. Lamb and duck will also work well, as will traditional dishes like Hungarian goulash, bigos stew, and even a meat-feast pizza!
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Food

Pizza

Italian

Antipasto
Tastes

Fruity

Rich
Moods
Seasons

Autumn
Recipe Matches
Wine region

Clare Valley, Australia
The Clare Valley is a picturesque wine region located in the mid-north of South Australia, about two hours' drive from Adelaide. The region is known for its Mediterranean-style climate, which is characterised by warm days and cool nights. This climate, combined with the region's diverse range of soils, provides ideal growing conditions for a range of grape varieties, including Riesling, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Clare Valley is a well-established region, with the first grapevines being planted in the 1840s. Today, the region is home to more than 50 wineries and is a popular destination for wine tourists and locals alike. So whether you're a seasoned wine connoisseur or just looking to try something new, the Clare Valley is sure to have something to suit your tastes!
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