Battle of Bosworth “Puritan” Shiraz
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Puritan Shiraz exhibits all the hallmarks of the finest McLaren Vale Shiraz
- ‘Puritan’ is young, fresh, unoaked and preservative free.
- Battle of Bosworth wines are made with organically grown, single vineyard grapes.
- Made to drink now.
Varietal Composition: 100% Shiraz
Elaboration: Picked young, fermented in open vats and bottle it immediately once it has finished fermentation.
Tasting Notes: Bright red and dark fruits on the nose, as well as damsons, chocolate and blueberries on the palate wrapped up in fine grained subtle tannins.
PRESS
2021 – 95 James Halliday | 92 James Suckling | 92 Vinous | 92 Decanter | 90 Wine Advocate
2022 – 91 James Halliday | 90 Vinous
2023 – 93 Decanter | 93 James Halliday
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Battle of Bosworth makes single vineyard, organically grown wines from family vineyards located in McLaren Vale, South Australia. Their wines reflect the flavor, texture, purity, and balance of the area’s unique characteristics. Established in 2001 by Joch Bosworth and Louise Hemsley-Smith, Battle of Bosworth takes its name from the 1485 English battle.