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NOTES
Nestled in the hamlet of Leasingham (2 kilometres south of Watervale), the Tim Gramp winery has served as a production and cellar door sales base since its purchase in 1996. The four acre Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard, winery complex and old stone cottage provided the perfect opportunity for Tim Gramp to pursue his winemaking direction and philosophy.
Tim Gramp is a fifth generation member of the family that made Orlando famous. His grandfather Hugo Gramp was Managing Director of Orlando. His father “Snowy” Gramp was a Director and Viticultural Manager. The Gramp family sold the company based in the Barossa Valley in the early ‘70’s, but Tim has continued the tradition by “flying the flag” under his personal label.
A graduate of Roseworthy College’s Wine Production and Marketing course, Tim spent a number of years in the McLaren Vale region learning his craft. Then in 1991, Tim gained access to some superb McLaren Vale Shiraz fruit and set about making his first vintage.
TASTING NOTES
A voluptuous, full bodied style exhibiting blackberry and spice aromas. As a result of basket pressing, the palate opens with complex berry flavours, balanced with a subtle oak/tannin structure, finishing with length and depth. Cellaring potential of 5 – 7 years.
REVIEWS
Attractive wine starting to show some secondary characters, with a mix of spicy, chocolatey savoury flavours and fine tannins. Screwcap.14.5% alc. Rating 91 Drink 2015 James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2010
93+ points – Campbell Mattinson, The Winefront August 2009
Silver medal – 2009 Great Australian Shiraz Challenge (Top 50 selection)
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