Mischa Wine Information
Mischa Estate Shiraz 2004
Winemaker's comments
Colour: An almost impenetrable black to a rich red at the edge.
Nose: Concentrated black berry fruit with careful use of wood to enhance the already rich spicy aromas.
Palate: Full flavours of blackberry and spice with hints of black pepper. The ripe tannins and firm structure and full flavours with its long dry finish help to make this the polished wine it is.
Comments: The balance and complexity of this wine will further reward good cellaring for another at least two years before it reached its peak. Drink before mid 2011. Drink with a pan fried fillet and wild mushrooms of a beef stroganoff.
Awards
- Michelangelo - Grand D'Or Medal (2005)
- Santé Classic Wine Trophy - Silver (2005)
- Swiss Airlines - Bronze (2006)
- Old Mutual Trophy Show - Bronze (2006)
- John Platter - 4 ˝ Stars (2007)
- Wine Spectator - 84 (2007)
- International Wine Challenge - Bronze (2008)
| Wine Making Information | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alc. (%) | R/S (g/l) | VA (g/l) | TA (g/l) | F.SO2 (mg/l) | T.SO2 (mg/l) | pH |
| 14 | 2.9 | 0.49 | 5.1 | 29 | 64 | 3.72 |
| 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 | 25 degrees balling | |||||
| 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 | ||||||