Barr Eden Love Over Gold Hommage 2022
Vintage
2022
Region
Eden Valley
Country
Australia
Style
Still
Grape Varieties
Shiraz, Mouvèdre, Grenache
ABV
14%
Dietary
Vegan, Vegetarian
Sustainability
Organic Viticulture
Barr-Eden Estate
Barr-Eden Estate is a boutique fine wine estate on Mengler’s Hill, straddling the Barossa and Eden valleys in South Australia. Its 130 acres rise from 465 to 545 metres above sea level, where altitude, higher rainfall and a later growing season create conditions for slow, even ripening and distinctive Rhône-varietal wines.
Read MoreViticulture
Love Over Gold Hommage 2022 is a tribute to Bob McLean, the Barr-Eden Estate’s previous custodian, who planted a small block of bush vine Mourvèdre and Grenache on the highest part of the vineyard. Inspired by the tradition of great Châteauneuf-du-Pape, the 2022 blend is made from 42% Mourvèdre, 42% Grenache and 16% Shiraz. All fruit was hand-picked on 8 April, bringing together structure, perfume and complexity.
Vinification
Each variety was crushed separately, each with 10% whole bunch and fermentation took place on skins for 20 days. After 12 months in barrel, the final blend was assembled, with equal proportions of Grenache and Mourvèdre proving the strongest combination. This approach gives the wine structure, spice and layered fruit while preserving freshness.
Tasting Note
Dark, meaty and spicy, the wine shows the Mourvèdre component prominently. The nose offers dried rose, black tea, dark tobacco, orange peel and baking spice. The palate is just above medium-bodied, rich and textured, with smooth silty tannins, dark chocolate, red fruits and savoury spice. The finish is long, layered and persistent, with excellent depth and complexity.
Food Pairing
Pair with slow-roasted lamb shoulder, grilled lamb chops, pork belly, roasted aubergine or Mediterranean vegetable dishes.
