Berton Vineyards Foundstone Shiraz is a delectable Australian red wine with a lush and vibrant character. Its aromatic bouquet reveals blackberry, plum, and piquant spice notes, underlined subtly by a hint of oak. On the palate, this medium-bodied Shiraz entices with a melange of ripe dark fruit flavours, accentuated by rich tannins and spiced undertones. The finish is remarkably long, leaving a pleasant warmth and mild peppery singe. Perfect with hearty cuisine, this wine is a brilliant example of the unique style of viniculture offered by Berton Vineyards. A delightful indulgence for any wine lover.

Tasting Notes

This Shiraz offers an abundance of expressive aromas, predominantly of blackberry and plums along with toasty sweet oak. A generous and concentrated palate offers flavours of blackberry, black cherry and plum. Complex oak characters of coffee, vanilla and caramel complement the full fruit flavours and create a long rich and satisfying finish.

About the Winery

Berton Vineyards, nestled away in Australia's Eden Valley, is a captivating vineyard renowned for its expressive variety of delectable wines. The winery, established in 1996 by Bob and Cherie Berton, exhibits the harmonious synthesis of tradition and innovation that echoes throughout its deep-rooted history.

Bursting from the fertile soils of South Australia, the grapes from the Berton estate are famed for their vibrant flavour profiles. The exceptional range extends from the widely recognised Chardonnay and Shiraz to the rare but equally indulgent Petit Verdot and Vermentino. Each grape is handpicked at the pinnacle of its ripeness, ensuring the wine’s vibrancy is faithfully captured when bottled.

At the heart of Berton Vineyards' success is their inimitable method of cultivation. By blending modern technology with time-proven viticulture practices, the winery is able to coax every ounce of flavour from the fruit. Noteworthy is their use of ‘open fermenters’ which allow for optimum aeration of the pulpy mixture, hence enhancing the depth of each vintage’s character.

This alliance of craft and technology extends to the winery’s commitment to sustainability too. The use of technologically enhanced water recycling processes and natural pest control practices, ensure that every bottle produced sustains the vineyard's health, biodiversity, and long-term vitality.

Berton Vineyards, over the years; has received numerous lauds and accolades at esteemed wine competitions around the globe. Showcasing its continuous pursuit of excellence, each of these recognitions symbolises the winery’s commitment to produce superior wines that are a testament to their land.

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or a casual wine enthusiast, Berton Vineyards offers a wine-tasting experience that will tantalise and satisfy the most discerning of palates. As you savor each sip, not only are you tasting the encompassing array of flavour notes, you are also cherishing the rich legacy and exceptional craftmanship, that is inherently Berton Vineyards.

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