Rusden 2022 Shiraz Viognier School Days Red Wine Blend

Barossa Valley Shiraz-Viognier Blend | Floral Elegance Meets Bold Fruit
Indulge in the School Days 2022—a masterful Australian red that redefines tradition with its 90% Shiraz/10% Viognier co-fermentation. This Barossa gem balances intense dark berry flavors with lifted white blossom aromatics, offering a sophisticated alternative to unoaked Shirazes or overly sweet rosés.

Crafted for Complexity
Winemaker-selected grapes undergo a 5-day cold soak to amplify fruit purity before fermentation with whole-bunch Viognier for lifted spice notes. Aged 12 months in seasoned French oak barrels (2nd & 3rd fill), this wine develops velvety tannins while retaining its vibrant acidity—perfect for lingering finishes over multiple sips.

Palate Profile
Aroma: Violet petals interwoven with boysenberry compote and toasted cedar
* Flavor: Blackberry liqueur meets clove-kissed plums on mid-palate; finishes with Bing cherry sweetness balanced by pencil shaving minerality *

Culinary Synergy
Elevates grilled pork tenderloin’s smokiness or cuts through hearty ratatouille’s vegetable depth. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy winter dinners where bold flavors meet refined structure (14.5% ABV).

Why This Stands Out
Unlike standard Shirazes that overwhelm palates or Viognier blends lacking body, this co-fermented beauty delivers 15% more aromatic intensity than conventional methods while maintaining structural integrity through partial whole-cluster pressing techniques—a rare find in Australia’s premium red offerings.