{"product_id":"wirra-wirra-church-block-mclaren-vale-cabernet-shiraz-merlot-red-wine-75cl-m202677644","title":"Wirra Wirra Church Block McLaren Vale Cabernet Shiraz Merlot Red Wine 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eChurch 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 four decades, the Church Block label has become an Australian favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCountry of origin: Australia. Package type: Glass Bottle. Recycling information: Glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther Information: Wines completed their secondary malolactic fermentation in tank or barrel, with oak selection and maturation times tailored to each wine and grape varietal - parcels showing a more powerful structure receiving a longer maturation time in oak before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllergen Information: Contains Eggs, Contains Sulphur Dioxide\/Sulphites. Brand: Wirra Wirra. Manufacturer: 255 Strout Rd MCLAREN VALE 5171 Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHistory: Wirra Wirra is a family-owned winery established in 1894 in the heart of McLaren Vale, South Australia. All red wines are sourced exclusively from the coastal region with a focus on the heritage varieties of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Grenache.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrape variety: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon 42% Shiraz 7% Merlot. Current vintage: 2022. Regional information: Wirra Wirra sources fruit from a selection of grower vineyards across McLaren Vale, including our own blocks adjacent to the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTasting notes: Fresh red and dark fruits provide great flesh and depth to a long, even palate. Grainy tannins and cedary oak add structural support and line to the rich fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlcohol by volume: 14.50% ABV. Units: 10.9. Producer: Wirra Wirra. Winemaker: Paul Smith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification details: Fruit was gently crushed and destemmed en route to fermenter. Early temperatures were maintained at 20-22ºC, rising to 25-28ºC at peak of ferment. In general, ferments were pumped over two to four times daily to assist flavour and colour extraction, as well as spreading heat through the cap and body of the ferment. Nearing completion and having achieved the desired flavour and tannin extraction, pump-overs were reduced to once or twice daily to keep the cap moist. Close to dryness, wine was drained from the fermenter and the remaining skins were pressed via tank or basket press. Wines completed their secondary malolactic fermentation in tank or barrel, with oak selection and maturation times tailored to each wine and grape varietal - parcels showing a more powerful structure receiving a longer maturation time in oak before blending.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M\u0026S","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47808210698478,"sku":"STO-ITEM-2026-77644","price":28.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/0125\/9183\/files\/640x640_2cb9b314-3cf7-4b1a-8a18-32f3845c104e.jpg?v=1775899645","url":"https:\/\/mcgrocer.com\/products\/wirra-wirra-church-block-mclaren-vale-cabernet-shiraz-merlot-red-wine-75cl-m202677644","provider":"McGrocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}