Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [ROMAN] is blended from centenarian bush vine Grenache, which brings perfume and cinnamon spice to the fore; Shiraz adds structure and dark chocolate flavours coupled with a dense layer of dark berries from Mataro.
The depth and complexity comes from the vineyard and with our careful blending of these three varietals they simply compliment each other. No new oak is used to ensure that we retain the fruit characteristic in the final blend. Serve with Peking duck, quinoa and braised venison or any game meats.
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [JULIUS] Shiraz was carefully produced from an amazingly concentrated vintage in 2018 which has resulted in this beautifully crafted boutique Barossa Valley Shiraz. Brooding forest berry fruits are married seamlessly with structural oak support and dark chocolate tannins with hints of vanilla.
We recommend indulging in this opulent Shiraz with aged cheeses or an eye fillet with a red wine reduction. Decanting 3-6 hours before drinking will open up and intensify this outstanding wine.
VARIETY: 100% SHIRAZ
OAK: 24 months | 40% New
[20% New French - medium long toast | 20% New American - medium toast]
Z WINE 'August' Old Vine Grenache 2021 (RRP $35 WM $29.90)
$29.90
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [AUGUST] is crafted from Old Vine Grenache, which brings ultra-fragrant floral perfumes to the fore. Enhanced aromatics of lifted spice and layers of ripe plum and red cherry.
The palate is silky with youthful red fruits ensuring great length of fresh vibrant flavours. Drinking beautifully now but has great cellar potential for 5-8 years.
Z WINE 'Xave' Late Harvest 2020 (RRP $25 WM $19.90)
$19.90
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [XAVE] Late Harvest is hand-picked from very ripe bunches of Semillon from Janelle’s Vineyard on Krondorf road along with dry-grown Old Vine Riesling.
Together these varieties have produced an outstanding crisp sweet wine balanced with an amazing acidity showing lemon sorbet, honey, lime and white peach characters. We recommend to serve chilled as an aperitif with goats curd and roast capsicum or for dessert with a citrus lemon and lime tart.
VARIETY: 51% SINGLE VINEYARD SEMILLON 49% OLD VINE RIESLING
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Kristen and Janelle Zerk. With over 160 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
Hand-Picked from Muscadelle dry-grown bush vines, it displays a rich golden amber colour with intense aged characters of burnt toffee, dried fig and caramel on the nose.
The base of this wine has been aged for 20+ years in ‘The Fox Shed’ putting this fortified in a class of its own. The intensity lingers on the palate and is enhanced by decadent flavours of butterscotch and a hint of honey.
A great compliment to roast tomato and goats curd as an aperitif or indulge and enjoy with some dark chocolate for dessert.
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [SAUL] Riesling is sourced from vineyards in the premium Eden Valley region. Aromatic characters of citrus and gooseberry are supported by floral notes. The palate is focused with purity and minerality finishing with crisp acidity. Drink now or cellar 5-15 years.
This wine is drinking beautifully now with intense flavours full of depth and length, but will age elegantly for many years to come. We recommend serving this Riesling chilled with fresh oysters, chilli prawn skewers or cured Atlantic salmon.
Z WINE (Z for Zerk) is the creation of dynamic sisters Janelle and Kristen Zerk. With over 170 years of Barossa heritage behind them they grew up together in the Barossa Valley on a vineyard that has been in the Zerk family for five generations.
The [AVELINE] Rosé is hand-picked from 70 year old vine Grenache and soaked on skins for 22 hours before gently pressing and a cool ferment on a small amount of solids.
This wine displays fragrant aromatics of red apple, strawberry and cranberry with hints of violet. The palate is perfectly balanced with seductive red fruit and crisp acidity. Serve chilled with spicy foods and on summer days.
