Description
The Kalleske family have been farming and growing grapes on the same property since 1853 near the village of Greenock. From seven generations of Barossa viticulturists, Troy and Tony Kallese have formed their eponymous wine brand. All the fruit is sourced from their certified organic and biodynamic, low yielding and sustainable vineyards. Kalleske wines are handcrafted using traditional winemaking techniques – small batches, open fermenters, wild yeast and basket pressing. With some of the vines more than 135 years old, Kalleske wines are pure expressions of the dry grown vineyards and the sub region of Greenock. Their wines have a true ‘sense of place’ allowing the vineyard sites to shine through.
“Kalleske … they emerged a few years ago as one of the most exciting of all the regions new wine producers. The wines are simply superb. Kalleske is a model for the future of the Barossa: there is a deep respect for the seven generations of history, but it is combined with a willingness to try new things; the wines display expectional quality and unique personality, across all price points; and the vineyards are farmed in a truly sustainable way.“ Max Allen, The Future Makers
Clarry’s is a blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, with grapes from over a dozen blocks, each with their diversity of soil type and vine age ensuring ultimate complexity and balance in this blend. The oldest Grenache block dates to 1940 with remaining vines varying in age up to fifty years old. Vines are low yielding with soil generally consisting of shallow, sandy loam over superb deep red clay and limestone, providing ideal conditions for these varieties.
Clarry’s is named in honour of Tony and Troy Kalleske’s, Grandfather, Clarence “Clarry” Kalleske, who farmed the Kalleske vineyards from the late 1920s until his retirement in the 1990s. Clarry was the fourth generation member to tend the vines on the Kalleske family farm, established by his great grandparents who migrated from Prussia to South Australia in 1838 aboard the Prince George. Many years were spent by Clarry pruning, handpicking and nurturing the Kalleske vineyards.
About this wine from the winemaker: “Vintage 2024 was excellent. Winter and Spring were drier and slightly warmer than average leading to earlier budburst, flowering and veraison. Summer welcomed refreshing rainfall, average temperatures, with no extreme heat, ensuring the vines flourished with their very balanced crop load and apt canopy leading to steady ripening. Autumn began warm and finished mildly, continuing the consistent ripening of grapes until harvest was finished in mid-Autumn. The yields are overall average, and the quality is superb.
“The Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro blocks were harvested over a 6-week period from February 26th to April 9th. All varieties were fermented separately in open top fermenters with hand pump-overs twice a day during fermentation. After seven to fourteen days on skins the fermented grapes were traditionally pressed. To preserve the superb fresh fruit flavours of the Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro, wines were only aged in very old oak hogsheads and only for a limited time of ten months. On completion of maturation, components were blended for balanced flavour, texture, and complexity.
Certified Organic & Biodynamic
“Clarry’s 2024 GSM has a radiant magenta hue. The bouquet is an enticing medley of dark rose florals, musk, sweet spice, and strawberry, enriched by nuanced layers of dried herbs, forest floor, and a subtle hint of choc mint. On the palate, this medium-bodied wine bursts with vibrant, juicy fruit flavours, including cherry and raspberry, complemented by a rustic, savoury undertone that adds depth and balance. Gentle tannins provide structure, while seasoned barrel maturation lends a polished sophistication, elevating the wine’s exquisite fruit profile. The finish is long and satisfying. Clarry’s is an approachable GSM, perfect for enjoying now, or will develop beautifully over the next five years.”
92 points, Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion “The 2024 Clarry’s GSM sees a blend of 43/42/15% grenache/shiraz/mataro. Shows vibrant fruit characters of red and dark plum, cranberry and raspberry fruit, all layered with spice and hints of dried citrus rind, ginger cake, cola, orange blossom and earth. Energetic, fruit pure and spicy; it makes for great-value drinking.”
RRP $28 Our Special Buy $20.99 when you buy 12 of this wine
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