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Charles Melton
Since the first vintage of Charles Melton Wines in 1984, this small Barossa Valley winery has gained both national and international recognition for its fine red table wines.
The wines move from a light red, ‘The Rose of Virginia’, described by Anthony Rose in London’s Observer newspaper as, ‘The Best Rosé in Australia’, through to Australia’s premier Rhone-style red, ‘Nine Popes’. Charlie Melton also makes small quantities of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sparkling Shiraz, and is the only Australian producer of a vin-santo styled dessert wine, Sotto di Ferro.
Charlie was one of the first to recognize the value and tradition of the Barossa’s old vineyard Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvedre. At a time when others were pulling out vineyards of Shiraz to plant more fashionable varieties, Charlie was convincing farmers to keep their historic vineyards. He was one of a small group of winemakers who helped retain the viticultural heritage of the Barossa.
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Rose of Virginia |
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| Colour: | Rose | |
| Alcohol: | 12,5% | |
| Vintage: | 2006 | |
| Grape: | Grenache 50%, Shiraz 20%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%, Pinot Meunier 10% | |
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Nine Popes |
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| Colour: | Red | |
| Alcohol: | 14% | |
| Vintage: | 2006 | |
| Grape: | Grenache 50%, Shiraz 45%, Mourvedro 5% | |
