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The Monastery Shiraz 2016

Dealurile Munteniei

From the unspoilt vineyards of Romania's Muntenia that lie on the same latitude as both Bordeaux and Tuscany, this spicy Shiraz is a great value find. Gentle ageing in new Romanian oak barrels perfectly complements the wine’s exuberant fruit.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Spiced plums with hints of white pepper, liquorice and vanilla

Aroma

Wild berry fruits with notes of violets, cinnamon and leather

The Monastery Shiraz 2016

More information

  • 13.5% ABV
  • 10.13 Units
  • 750.00 ml
  • 31 December, 2019

This is a berry filled red from a modern, well equipped winery. The cellar is ideally situated for vinifying grapes from the south facing vineyards in the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. It's named after a local monastery that overlooks the vines, unique for housing an ancient church so small that its front is hewn from the trunk of a single mighty oak. The wine delivers smoky bramble fruit with a touch of peppery spice, while gentle oak ageing in new Romanian barrels adds a touch of spice. It’s testament to the great value and quality currently to be found in Romania. Locals would partner it with their traditional spicy beef and mutton sausages, but it will also excel with barbecued meats or everyday suppers like pasta.

"My favourite Shiraz. Delicious fruity wine, great with food. 5 Stars" Online Review
For the 2014 vintage
Map showing Dealurile Munteniei
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