2018 Redheads Studio Blue Belle Graciano

The origins of RedHeads Wines and its location in South Australia

RedHeads Wines was founded in 2002 by a group of passionate winemakers who wanted to create small-scale productions using top-quality grapes. The winery began as an experimental cellar in McLaren Vale and is now located in the Barossa Valley. RedHeads is known for its independent approach, sustainable practices, and collaboration with small-scale growers.

The Blue Belle Graciano comes from South Australia, where the climate is warm, yet the influence of sea breezes and cool nights lends balance to the wines. The soils are primarily composed of sand, clay, and limestone, which complements the Graciano grape, which requires structure and acidity for optimal ripening.

The Blue Belle Graciano is a variety produced only in the absolute top years, and in other years, the Graciano grapes are used in RedHeads Studio blends. The vineyard and the quality of the grapes were too good to be lost in a larger blend, so it earned its own place in the range. The fruit comes from One Tree Hill, owned by the Rocca Family. This grower supplies a large portion of the Italian varietals for RedHeads. The Roccat vineyards are located on the same mountain range as Penfolds ' famous Magill vineyards. Penfolds sources its own fruit from here, confirming that the region produces top-quality fruit. The Graciano grapes are fermented in small open-top fermenters and hand-dipped. They are aged for 12 months in French and American oak. The wine matured in bottle for 12 months before release.

The Redheads Blue Belle Graciano is a fruit-driven wine bursting with juicy blueberry fruit flavors and violet aromas, with a hint of spicy oak. Rich in color and full of flavor, it's wonderful on its own or pairs perfectly with seasoned lamb, and of course, perfect for the Green Egg barbecue.

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Wine and food pairings with RedHeads Blue Belle Graciano

RedHeads' Graciano is powerful and aromatic, yet retains elegance and freshness. This makes it perfect for a variety of dishes. Here are some recommendations:

• Grilled sirloin steak with rosemary and black garlic puree: The juicy, meaty character of the sirloin steak complements the structure of the wine, while the herbs accentuate the spicy notes.
• Roasted eggplant with pomegranate, mint, and tahini: The roasted vegetables and spicy freshness complement the wine's fruity and mineral character beautifully.
• Lamb meatballs with tomato and cumin: The spicy profile of the meat enhances the savory and earthy elements of the Graciano.
• Ravioli with mushroom filling, sage and beurre noisette: The earthy notes of the filling blend harmoniously with the complexity of the wine.
• Venison tenderloin with blackcurrant jus and roasted root vegetables: The intensity of the game and the sweet and sour sauce complement the dark fruit and spiciness of the wine.