2019 Moorooduc McIntyre Shiraz

Single vineyard Shiraz showing off the unique terroir of the McIntyre vineyard.

Ideal growing season with good moisture and regular rain, resulting in slightly lower yields. Canopies thrived during early summer, but a drier and warmer weather pattern in January and February led to an earlier harvest. Despite the compressed season, the resulting wines make it all worth it.

Hand harvested | 100% whole bunch, wild yeast fermentation | Pressed 23 days post-harvest and racked to barrel after 24 hours settling in tank | 100% French oak, 20% new | Natural malolactic fermentation in barrel | 16 months in wood with 1 racking prior to bottling without fining or filtration

Tasting Note: Deep ruby colour and a rich nose of blackcurrant leaf and blackberry pastilles, fragrant violets, licorice, black pepper, cloves and nutmeg. More red fruited on the palate, with plum, red berries and a touch of the spice notes from the nose. The tannins are firm but fine and are in happy balance with some tangy red berry acidity. The finish is long and juicy.

Origin: Mornington Peninsula

Blend: Shiraz