Kaesler Avignon 2021

Kaesler Wines, established in 1893 in the heart of South Australia's celebrated Barossa Valley, has earned a distinguished reputation for producing robust, deeply flavoured wines that reflect the region’s powerful terroir. Their dedication to preserving old vines and minimal-intervention winemaking is beautifully showcased in their flagship blends. The Avignon, a Rhône-inspired Grenache and Shiraz blend, consistently exemplifies Kaesler’s signature style—bold yet sophisticated, expressive, and balanced. The outstanding 2021 vintage highlights both the vibrant freshness and rich complexity that Barossa wines are renowned for, capturing the elegance and depth that define Kaesler’s hallmark blend.

The grapes for Avignon thrive in Kaesler’s old-vine vineyards, where deep sandy loam soils layered over clay provide excellent drainage and controlled vigour, producing grapes of intense flavour concentration and refined tannins. Hand-harvested fruit undergoes gentle fermentation with native yeasts before maturing in seasoned French oak barrels for approximately 12–14 months, preserving fruit purity, enhancing complexity, and delivering an impeccably balanced wine.

Appearance: Deep ruby-red colour with vibrant crimson highlights, demonstrating youthful vibrancy, exceptional clarity, and brilliance. Medium-to-full-bodied viscosity coats the glass elegantly, forming refined, slow-moving tears.

Aroma: Expressive aromas of ripe raspberries, juicy cherries, and dark plum fruit harmoniously mingle with delicate notes of spice, dried herbs, and subtle white pepper. Gentle hints of liquorice, violet florals, and earthy minerality enhance the aromatic complexity.

Taste: Rich yet beautifully balanced palate, showcasing concentrated flavours of ripe red berries, dark cherry, and plum, complemented by nuanced layers of spice, subtle liquorice, dried herbs, and gentle earthy undertones. Polished tannins and vibrant acidity create harmonious structure and elegant depth.

Finish: Long-lasting, refined finish, leaving lingering impressions of ripe red and dark fruits, gentle spice notes, and subtle earthy minerality. Its velvety tannins recede gracefully, ensuring an enduring sense of elegance.

Food Pairing: Outstanding paired with grilled lamb cutlets served alongside Provençal-style ratatouille, or slow-roasted pork belly accompanied by herbed potatoes and red wine reduction.