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Thicker Than Water WinesGiant Squid Ink Shiraz
Dry, Full Bodied style of Shiraz
McLaren Vale, Australia
About this product
Dry, Full Bodied style of ShirazMcLaren Vale, AustraliaThis wine demonstrates the epitome of refinement. A wine wonder world striving for perfection in complexity and textural bliss. With an opulent power this wine is sure to impress the finest of wine palates.
Name
With our love for the ocean and the stunning coastline on the cusp of McLaren Vale being a massive draw card to calling this fantastic little town home it made sense to link the name of our Flagship Reserve to it. Sharing the same rarity as the sightings of the Giant Squid Ink of the ocean, to taste our Giant Squid Ink Shiraz is the opportunity of a lifetime and so we named it after just that.
Vineyard
Our Squid Ink vineyard is the epitome of what defines one of the greatest vineyards in Australia where the famous Black Bay of Biscay Clay soil ensures fantastic fruit. Referred to by some local friends as ‘Mayfair’ the use of sustainable viticulture and having true respect for the value of our vineyards and the fruit they create. We site select each parcel we deem to be outstanding and split pick it at harvest separating what we believe to be the most prestigious fruit of the vineyard.
Winery
In the winery the Giant Squid Ink Shiraz fruit is treated with utmost respect, ensuring quality from start to finish. With a 3 day cold soak prior to slow fermentation for gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannin, the wine is monitored closely. Following fermentation, the wine is then matured in the finest of new French and American oak barrels for 24 months.
Winemaker
Campbell Greer
Vintage
2020
Variety
Shiraz 100%
Maturation
24 months in 50% New French Oak/ 10% New American Oak, 40% older oak.
Region
McLaren Vale 100%
Alcohol
14.5%
Colour
Deep, dark, rich colour still showing a glimmer of a purple hue.
Nose
At the nose, it explodes from the glass with a presence and charm of rich flavoursome dark berry intensity, wrapped in an earthy sweet tobacco.
Palate
An opulent power of lush and silky fruits move across the palate leaving a wonderful fine textured tannin carrying the length of flavour to the end.
Potential
15+ years.
Name
With our love for the ocean and the stunning coastline on the cusp of McLaren Vale being a massive draw card to calling this fantastic little town home it made sense to link the name of our Flagship Reserve to it. Sharing the same rarity as the sightings of the Giant Squid Ink of the ocean, to taste our Giant Squid Ink Shiraz is the opportunity of a lifetime and so we named it after just that.
Vineyard
Our Squid Ink vineyard is the epitome of what defines one of the greatest vineyards in Australia where the famous Black Bay of Biscay Clay soil ensures fantastic fruit. Referred to by some local friends as ‘Mayfair’ the use of sustainable viticulture and having true respect for the value of our vineyards and the fruit they create. We site select each parcel we deem to be outstanding and split pick it at harvest separating what we believe to be the most prestigious fruit of the vineyard.
Winery
In the winery the Giant Squid Ink Shiraz fruit is treated with utmost respect, ensuring quality from start to finish. With a 3 day cold soak prior to slow fermentation for gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannin, the wine is monitored closely. Following fermentation, the wine is then matured in the finest of new French and American oak barrels for 24 months.
Winemaker
Campbell Greer
Vintage
2020
Variety
Shiraz 100%
Maturation
24 months in 50% New French Oak/ 10% New American Oak, 40% older oak.
Region
McLaren Vale 100%
Alcohol
14.5%
Colour
Deep, dark, rich colour still showing a glimmer of a purple hue.
Nose
At the nose, it explodes from the glass with a presence and charm of rich flavoursome dark berry intensity, wrapped in an earthy sweet tobacco.
Palate
An opulent power of lush and silky fruits move across the palate leaving a wonderful fine textured tannin carrying the length of flavour to the end.
Potential
15+ years.
This wine demonstrates the epitome of refinement. A wine wonder world striving for perfection in complexity and textural bliss. With an opulent power this wine is sure to impress the finest of wine palates.
Name
With our love for the ocean and the stunning coastline on the cusp of McLaren Vale being a massive draw card to calling this fantastic little town home it made sense to link the name of our Flagship Reserve to it. Sharing the same rarity as the sightings of the Giant Squid Ink of the ocean, to taste our Giant Squid Ink Shiraz is the opportunity of a lifetime and so we named it after just that.
Vineyard
Our Squid Ink vineyard is the epitome of what defines one of the greatest vineyards in Australia where the famous Black Bay of Biscay Clay soil ensures fantastic fruit. Referred to by some local friends as ‘Mayfair’ the use of sustainable viticulture and having true respect for the value of our vineyards and the fruit they create. We site select each parcel we deem to be outstanding and split pick it at harvest separating what we believe to be the most prestigious fruit of the vineyard.
Winery
In the winery the Giant Squid Ink Shiraz fruit is treated with utmost respect, ensuring quality from start to finish. With a 3 day cold soak prior to slow fermentation for gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannin, the wine is monitored closely. Following fermentation, the wine is then matured in the finest of new French and American oak barrels for 24 months.
Winemaker
Campbell Greer
Vintage
2020
Variety
Shiraz 100%
Maturation
24 months in 50% New French Oak/ 10% New American Oak, 40% older oak.
Region
McLaren Vale 100%
Alcohol
14.5%
Colour
Deep, dark, rich colour still showing a glimmer of a purple hue.
Nose
At the nose, it explodes from the glass with a presence and charm of rich flavoursome dark berry intensity, wrapped in an earthy sweet tobacco.
Palate
An opulent power of lush and silky fruits move across the palate leaving a wonderful fine textured tannin carrying the length of flavour to the end.
Potential
15+ years.
Name
With our love for the ocean and the stunning coastline on the cusp of McLaren Vale being a massive draw card to calling this fantastic little town home it made sense to link the name of our Flagship Reserve to it. Sharing the same rarity as the sightings of the Giant Squid Ink of the ocean, to taste our Giant Squid Ink Shiraz is the opportunity of a lifetime and so we named it after just that.
Vineyard
Our Squid Ink vineyard is the epitome of what defines one of the greatest vineyards in Australia where the famous Black Bay of Biscay Clay soil ensures fantastic fruit. Referred to by some local friends as ‘Mayfair’ the use of sustainable viticulture and having true respect for the value of our vineyards and the fruit they create. We site select each parcel we deem to be outstanding and split pick it at harvest separating what we believe to be the most prestigious fruit of the vineyard.
Winery
In the winery the Giant Squid Ink Shiraz fruit is treated with utmost respect, ensuring quality from start to finish. With a 3 day cold soak prior to slow fermentation for gentle extraction of colour, flavour and tannin, the wine is monitored closely. Following fermentation, the wine is then matured in the finest of new French and American oak barrels for 24 months.
Winemaker
Campbell Greer
Vintage
2020
Variety
Shiraz 100%
Maturation
24 months in 50% New French Oak/ 10% New American Oak, 40% older oak.
Region
McLaren Vale 100%
Alcohol
14.5%
Colour
Deep, dark, rich colour still showing a glimmer of a purple hue.
Nose
At the nose, it explodes from the glass with a presence and charm of rich flavoursome dark berry intensity, wrapped in an earthy sweet tobacco.
Palate
An opulent power of lush and silky fruits move across the palate leaving a wonderful fine textured tannin carrying the length of flavour to the end.
Potential
15+ years.
Full bodied red wines have a noticeably textural mouthfeel with bold, complex flavours. Often deeply coloured.
Dry wines have no trace of sweetness at all.
- TypeShiraz
- Size750ML
- RegionMcLaren Vale
- Current Vintage2020
- Standard Drinks8.6
- Alcohol Volume14.5%
- CountryAustralia
- StateSouth Australia
- Brand NameThicker Than Water Wines
- Wine MakerCampbell Greer
- ClosureScrew Cap
- Wine SweetnessDry
- Wine BodyFull Bodied
Gold Medal - AWC Vienna 2022, Gold Medal - CWSA (China Wine & Spirits Awards) 2022, Gold Medal - Lyon International Wine Show 2022.
Vintage 2020
97 points Wine Orbit
Gracefully opulent with seductive complexity, the wine shows dark fruit richness, warm spice, cedary oak, potpourri and mocha notes on the nose. The palate displays outstanding concentration and depth, wonderfully complemented by seamless flow and expansive mouthfeel. Fine grainy tannins provide sturdy structure, finishing persistent and gratifying. At its best: 2026 to 2040. $180.00. www.thickerthanwaterwines.com.au. March 2023.
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