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THE UNFORGETTABLE GSM

The Unforgettable Grenache Shiraz Mataro

South Australia
Larger than life and just a little bit fruity, The Unforgettable is the perennial life and soul of the party. But underneath the jovial facade lies a thoughtful, loyal chap who never forgets who his friends are.
Wild & Wilder The Unforgettable GSM
$22 | VIEW IN STORE
Tasting 
The Unforgettable is a generous blend of 3 varieties (Grenache, Shiraz, Mataro), all of whom are long-term friends that know the benefits of teamwork. Working in cahoots, they produce a wine with succulent red berry fruit with hints of spice and chocolate. A clever, friendly wine that is indeed truly Unforgettable. 

45% Grenache, 35% Shiraz, 20% Mataro

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. 
Points & Awards

  • 92 points - Wine Pilot

94 points - Wine Orbit

'It's wonderfully appealing on the nose showing blackberry, dark cherry, vanilla, hazelnut and mixed spice aromas, followed by a flavoursome palate that's filled with delectable fruit flavours combined with velvety texture, finishing long and satisfying. At its best: now to 2030.'


90 points - Wine Pilot

  • 92 points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit

90pts

Nick Butler, The Real Review

'Dark cherry-red colour with brighter edges. Vibrant and primary, ripe plums and mocha, clove-spice and cured meats. A juicy 'joven' style, oak largely imperceptible. Balanced, easy drinking.'

93 points - Sam Kim, Wine Orbit 

'It is instantly appealing on the nose showing sweet raspberry, dark cherry, toasted almond and fragrant spice notes, leading to a wonderfully supple palate that is fruit expressive and silky smooth. Persistent and very attractive. At its best: now to 2024. '

  • 90 points - Campbell Mattinson: 'Give this time to breathe and it opens up nicely. It’s firm and slightly salty but well fruited. Dry in style. Black cherry and boysenberry with saltbush and dried spices. Mid-weight. Drinks well now but will hold and mature over the medium term as a minimum. Tannin feels ribbed, in a positive way. Balance is exemplary. It’s svelte but dry. There’s pleasure to be had here.'

Viticulture
The fruit for the 2022 comes from famed Langhorne Creek often overlooked in favour of the more glitzy McLaren Vale and Barossa but it is a region with over 160 years history and some remarkable old vineyards. 
Winemaking
Vinification, as one might expect with good fruit, is very simple. The Grenache was hand picked in early morning before arrival at the winery where it underwent a very gentle crush and then an open ferment with twice daily hand plunging. Extended time on skins post ferment was followed by pressing and then maturation in French oak. Additions of perfectly balanced Langhorne Creek Shiraz and old vine Mataro were made and the final blend achieved with the focus on bright, exuberant yet crunchy fruit. The wine spends 4 months in older French oak.
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