🍷 Overview:
The Zilzie Butterfly Kiss Organic Shiraz 2022 is an Australian organic Shiraz wine from Zilzie Wines (a family-owned producer in Victoria). It’s made from organically farmed Shiraz grapes and is part of Zilzie’s certified organic range.
Tasting & Style:
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Colour: Mid-crimson with a purple edge.
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Aroma: Ripe juicy raspberries with a touch of white pepper and toasty oak.
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Palate: Juicy raspberry, rhubarb and dark berry flavours with coffee and anise notes, rounded out by soft smooth tannins.
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It’s typically described as juicy, smooth and well balanced with spice and mocha/coffee characters.
Production & Food Pairing:
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Made with minimal intervention and sustainable practices; harvested in cooler months with careful fermentation and oak influence to add structure and integration.
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Pairs well with hearty dishes like slow-cooked beef, lamb, braised dishes or richly flavoured vegetarian meals.
Other Notes:
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Zilzie’s organic wines are generally suitable for vegans because of minimal intervention winemaking (though always check the specific bottle details).
