Frequently Asked Questions
This Heinrich GSM showcases the diversity of Barossa terroir by combining fruit from multiple premium sites - bush-vine mataro from the 1880s, grenache from the sun-drenched Western Ridge, and shiraz parcels including some from the cooler Eden Valley. This multi-vineyard approach creates exceptional complexity, as each variety contributes its unique character while the different microclimates add layers of flavour that single-vineyard wines simply cannot achieve. The result is a wine that captures the full spectrum of what makes Barossa special.
The Heinrich GSM offers excellent drinking flexibility - you can enjoy it now for its vibrant, full-throttle fruit expression or cellar it confidently through to 2033. The wine's structure comes from silky yet assertive tannins that provide aging potential without overwhelming the juicy charm. As it matures, expect the primary fruit flavours to integrate further with the spice and earthy elements, developing more complex secondary characteristics while maintaining its generous Barossa character.
GSM stands for Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro (also known as Mourvedre), a classic blend that originated in France's Rhone Valley but has found a perfect home in Australia's Barossa Valley. This combination works brilliantly because each variety contributes distinct qualities - grenache provides bright red fruit and elegance, shiraz adds structure and spice, while mataro contributes earthiness and tannin backbone. The blend creates wines with more complexity and balance than any single variety could achieve alone.
The Heinrich GSM's rich, layered profile with notes of plummy fruit, liquorice, and baking spice makes it ideal for hearty dishes that can match its intensity. Think slow-cooked lamb with rosemary, beef bourguignon, or char-grilled steaks with herb butter. The wine's savoury earthiness and meaty characteristics also complement game dishes, aged cheeses, and Mediterranean cuisine featuring herbs and robust flavours that echo the wine's complex spice profile.
The bush-vine mataro planted in the 1880s represents some of Australia's oldest surviving vines, making this wine a liquid piece of history. Old vines produce smaller yields but more concentrated, complex fruit due to their deep root systems and natural balance achieved over decades. Bush-vine training (ungrafted vines growing as bushes rather than on trellises) is traditional in Barossa and produces fruit with exceptional intensity and character that simply cannot be replicated by younger plantings.
