Mischa Wine Information

Eventide Shiraz 2003

Winemaker's comments

Raspberry and white pepper accentuated by hints of cinnamon is evident on this perfumed nose. The velvety palate is full of ripe cherry and blackberry with good structure and length.

Awards

  • Swiss Airlines - Bronze (2003)
  • Fairbairn - Bronze (2005)
  • Michelangelo - Gold (2005)
  • Swiss Airlines - Seal Of Approval (2006)
  • Michelangelo - Gold (2006)
  • Swiss Airlines - Bronze (2005)
  • Swiss Airlines - Bronze (2007)
  • Veritas - Bronze (2007)
Wine Making Information
Alc. (%) R/S (g/l) VA (g/l) TA (g/l) F.SO2 (mg/l) T.SO2 (mg/l) pH
14 3.5 0.68 6.1 41 129 3.42
Viticultural Information
Cultivar Shiraz
Soil type Cartref
Method of trellising Two-wire trellis, the first wire 60cm above the ground.
Method of pruning Cordon trained, with 2 bud spurs.
Sugar level at harvest Cordon trained, with 2 bud spurs
Yield per hectare 6 tons per hectare.
Irrigation regime Selective, supplementary irrigation to sustain the vine at an optimal level.
Climatic conditions Warm, even heat throughout the ripening season, ensuring full ripeness.
Wood treatment
Length of barrel maturation