2021 Glaetzer Anaperenna Barossa Shiraz/Cabernet
Grape
Mainly Shiraz with some Cabernet Sauvignon
Its Origins
Ben Glaetzer is part of the exciting new generation of Barossa winemakers, but his family first settled in the Barossa Valley in 1888 after emigrating from Germany. The Glaetzer's were some of the earliest recorded viticulturalists in the region. He took over the family winery in 2002 and from then the style change has been huge. His ability to blend traditional winemaking techniques with modern flair and a drive for excellence, produces wines that are unmistakably Barrosa, but with a purity and a class almost unmatched at this price point. It all starts with some of the highest quality old vine fruit available anywhere in the world. This is all taken from the renowned Ebenezer sub-region in the northern Barossa Valley, The ancient dry-grown vineyards in the small Ebenezer district, are an important part of Australia’s winemaking heritage, and a living link to traditional Barossa viticulture. This exceptional fruit sourced from a loyal group of third and fourth generation growers is the backbone of Glaetzer wines. The most incredible examples are sourced from 80-130 year old, non-grafted bush vines which are extremely low yielding. The ancient vines require minimal attention as their deep root structure means they are self-sufficient, and adaptable to climatic extremes. Ebenezer has a unique soil profile. The well-drained sandy clay loam over a solid limestone pan is perfect for growing Shiraz. The soil is 'mean' and encourages deep roots which helps produce hugely concentrated wines of great character.
What The Critics Say
95/100 Halliday's Wine Companion, Dave Brookes
"Ben Glaetzer does the great Aussie blend well, consistently offering a polished, contemporary take on the very popular wine style. It's a deeply fruited affair, all cassis, blackberry and black cherry tones with impressive weight, depth and purity. It's not a wine for the oak-shy, as the cedar and vanilla tones make their presence felt, but all that fruit just sucks it up like a greedy labrador. Finishing bold with tight, compact powdery tannin and cassis leaving the impression that this will cellar like a champion." Drink 2023 - 2040
94/100 RobertParker.com, Erin Larkin
"The 2021 Anaperenna Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon is from the highly anticipated 2021 vintage, one typified by a cool, long, even ripening period and very little disease pressure. Yields were up on the monstrously low 2019/2020 seasons, a relief for producers. The oak stands proudly atop this wine, and the fruit is a little reductive upon opening; however, the cool flow of flavour across the tongue is sensational. This is glossy, complete and saturated in red and purple fruits. The 2021 is sitting so pert and frisky at this stage - I’m pretty sure, having just looked at the 2020 (and loved it), that this needs a little time to come together. Exceptional fruit."
93/100 Vinous, Angus Hughson
"This 2021 blend of 80% Shiraz and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon is richly styled and bursting with youthful, sweet boysenberry and blueberry aromas topped with dark chocolate shavings and attractive oak in support. There is a good upfront density of flavor, still wound up quite tightly, and more savory and tarry in character with admirable underlying elegance and composure that will hold over the medium term." Drink 2025 - 2033
| Variety | Shiraz / Syrah |
|---|---|
| Region | Barossa |
| Closure | Cap |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 15.00% |
| Maturity | 2023 - 2040 |
This Wine Goes Well With
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