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Rusty Mutt Wines: 18 September 2023.<\/h3>\nFor many wine enthusiasts this might be a new name and wine label to look out for. Though it must be stated that the first vintage of Rusty Mutt Wines was created back in 2006, with the support of some close friends and just three barrels of McLaren Vale Shiraz. After a great deal of hands-on work and many tastings with curious wine lovers, the journey began and now these artisan wines are being enjoyed by all those that enjoy \u2018wine with soul\u2019.
\nOwner and Winemaker Scott Heidrich grew up in the Barossa Valley and studied Wine Science at Roseworthy College graduating in 1991. He then made the move to McLaren Vale in 1993 after a couple of cellar positions in the Barossa. Scott is currently the senior winemaker for another locally iconic McLaren Vale winery. Scott has drawn upon this 3 decades of knowledge and experience to find specific fruit parcels in McLaren Vale which best fit with the Rusty Mutt style. And Scott would be the first to say this range of dynamic wines would not have got off the ground without the incredible support from family and friends.
\nScott was born in the year of the \u2018Metal Dog\u2019 according to Chinese astrology, which was \u2018locally-curtailed\u2019 to \u2018Rusty Mutt\u2019 – hence the name. Scott has named several of his wines after family members, associating the wine style with their personality and a Chinese Zodiac sign.
\nThe following 3 wines are a wonderful examples of small batch winemaking, truly allowing the site and seasonal fruit to guide the winemaking and eventual style. Then it is up to Scott to choose the yeast, fermentation temperature, skin contact and time in aged oak to gently encourage and express his style. Across the range to will find an incredibly friendly, approachable character and nature to the structure and smooth finishes. This allows the wines to show well on release and will reward those of you with a little patience in the cellar.
\n*(The following wines are available in the Australian market & online, and most importantly are ready to sip, savour and share).\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Rusty-Mutt-Pinot-Gris-Web-2022-01.1\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tRusty Mutt \u2018Savvy Wren\u2019 Pinot Gris 2022
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Pinot Gris
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> McLaren Vale – South Australia
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Scott Heidrich
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThe \u2018Savvy Wren\u2019 was named for Scott\u2019s sister. The name refers to the local Blue Wren, which is native to the Fleurieu Peninsula, not too far from where the fruit for this wine was sourced. Given the generosity of the fruit and palate weight from McLaren Vale grapes, crafting this was as in Pinot Gris suited the style and personality of the wine.
\n\u2022 On the nose delicate citrus and white floral aromas, infused with a hint of green apples, nashi pear and honeysuckle. These gather into a generous sensory engagement of freshly squeezed apple juice with a good splash of nashi pear, white peach, nectarine and a deft touch of ginger. The acidity is so laid back in this wine, you have this ever so approachable, easy drinking style of Pinot Gris with a smooth texture and lingering juicy finish.\n

\u2022 Chill gently & serve between 8\u00b0- 9\u00b0C : 12.5% Alc. – Off Dry Style : Cellar 12-18 months : *A$28.00 <\/p>\n\tRusty Mutt \u2018Chien Violet\u2019 Shiraz 2022
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Shiraz
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> McLaren Vale – South Australia
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Scott Heidrich
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThe is the first fully \u2018Organic\u2019 Rusty Mutt wine. The grapes came from a certified Organic vineyard called \u2018Wit\u2019s End\u2019. This vineyard is known for bright red fruit flavours and violet floral aromas, hence the name \u2018Chien Violet\u2019 which translates too \u2018Violet Dog\u2019 in French. The growing and the fruit and any additions to the in winery are all certified.
\n\u2022 On the nose you have aromas of ripe plums, small wild berries, violets, dried herbs and a deft hint of spiced cacao. These characters all grow in confidence on the fruit driven medium weight palate showcasing those ripe fleshy plums, dark cherry preserve and infused tobacco all wrapped in finely grain tannins and smooth texture resulting in an early drinking Shiraz with poise, balance and a clean, vibrant classic dry finish.\n

\u2022 Soft decanting & serve between 16\u00b0- 18\u00b0C : 14% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 3 – 4 years : *A$35.00 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Rusty-Mutt-Organic-Shiraz-Web-2022-01\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Rusty-Mutt-Tempranillo-Web-2022-01\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tRusty Mutt \u2018Conejo Joven\u2019 Tempranillo 2022
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Tempranillo
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> McLaren Vale – South Australia
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Scott Heidrich
\n5 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThis stunning Tempranillo – would make any winemaker in Spain extremely proud to have crafted such a beautiful wine. Named \u2018Conejo Joven\u2019 – which in Spanish means \u2018Young Rabbit\u2019 – plus it suits the style of wine. As Joven (Young) also relates to a Tempranillo wine produced with little or no oak and released 12 months after harvest.
\n\u2022 You have an inviting aroma of dark cherries, black olives, dried flowers, herbs and a hint of spice. These delightfully ripe characters evolve into engaging, smoothly textured flavours of ripe plums, cherry chocolate and truffles. Gently lifted across the silky medium weighted palate by natural fruit acidity and nicely wrapped seamlessly in well balanced tannins resulting in a well-structured wine and a stunning expression of Tempranillo with a great finish.\n

\u2022 No decanting & serve between 16\u00b0- 17\u00b0C : 14.5% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 3 – 4 years : *A$32.00 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Rusty-Mutt-Bottom-Banner-01\"\n\tThese soulful wines are available from Australian Fine Wine Retailers \u2022 Restaurants \u2022 Wine Bars & Online \/ Winery Website.
*(prices, vintages & availability will vary by outlet & country)\n

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