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With \u003cstrong\u003e20 months of maturation in new French oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003e2019 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e has developed a powerful and sophisticated profile. \u003cstrong\u003eIntense flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e of dark fruit are beautifully complemented by a touch of spice and the \u003cstrong\u003esubtle influence of oak\u003c\/strong\u003e, resulting in a wine that is both \u003cstrong\u003eelegant\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ebold\u003c\/strong\u003e. The finish is long and smooth, leaving a lasting impression of ripe, balanced tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistoric Vineyards:\u003c\/strong\u003e From a \u003cstrong\u003e1951\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard, rescued from the vine pull scheme and nurtured for decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull-Bodied and Complex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, concentrated flavors of dark fruit, balanced with \u003cstrong\u003eoak maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare \u0026amp; Limited:\u003c\/strong\u003e Less than \u003cstrong\u003e70 cases\u003c\/strong\u003e produced per vintage, making this a truly \u003cstrong\u003eexclusive wine\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e With its \u003cstrong\u003eexceptional balance\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine is built to last, aging gracefully for over \u003cstrong\u003e20 years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% \u003cstrong\u003eShiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottling Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair with \u003cstrong\u003egrilled or roast beef\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elamb\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ebig beefy stews\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003evenison\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The \u003cstrong\u003erows run north to south\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the vines are \u003cstrong\u003esingle cordon spur-trained\u003c\/strong\u003e, optimizing exposure to the sun and ensuring the quality of the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2022 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e was dry and warm, resulting in \u003cstrong\u003eeven ripening\u003c\/strong\u003e and excellent \u003cstrong\u003ebalance\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003epowerful weight\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esmooth tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The wine displays an outstanding \u003cstrong\u003ecolour profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a deep, intense hue that reflects its exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Atze's Corner Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15886824144990,"sku":"FH20","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2629\/3320\/files\/Untitleddesign_15.webp?v=1735317155","url":"https:\/\/atzes.com\/products\/forgotten-hero-shiraz","provider":"Atze's Corner Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}