WIRRA WIRRA CHURCH BLOCK CSM

Wirra Wirra Church Block CSM

Deep crimson. Classic blackberry, leaf and briar of Cabernet Sauvignon are closely pursued by opulent plums and wild herbs of Shiraz and Merlot. Five spice, dark chocolate and ripe mixed berries underpin the varietal cascade. Hallmarks of a timeless Church Block. A wealth of cassis, plums and black cherries are tethered to the palate with smartly ripened tannin. Dense, plush and balanced with a lovely core of ripe fruit, this wine is effortless in its harmony and energy

VARIETIES: A high proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz blend, along with a small percentage of Merlot
REGION: Australia / South Australia / Fleurieu / McLaren Vale
AGEING: Blend parcels were matured for an average of 12 months using a combination of new and seasoned French and American oak
GUARDING POTENTIAL: From release and over the next 15 years
FITS TO: Grilled Sirloin Steak with Browned Butter and Pepper Sauce, or a Portobello Mushroom Burger with Halloumi and Beetroot Relish
SERVE: Serve at 16 – 18ºC
VIVINO: Average 3.8 ★★★★✰

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Church Block | Range | Wirra Wirra Vineyards

The Wirra Wirra winemaking philosophy is to the let grapes shine and reflect their quality. They are also very environmentally aware and practice sustainable agriculture conserving water, planting 3000 trees and reduced chemical use. Their vineyards near the winery are certified Biodynamic.

Celebrating 50 years of Church Block. Wirra Wirra sources fruit from a selection of grower vineyards across McLaren Vale, including our own blocks adjacent to the winery. Church Block was the first wine the late Greg Trott produced under the Wirra Wirra label back in 1972. He took the name from one of the original vineyards, which runs next to the small Bethany Church (est. 1854) across the road from Wirra Wirra’s century old ironstone cellars. Over five decades, the Church Block label has become an Australian favourite.