{"title":"McLaren Vale Shiraz","description":"\u003cp\u003eMcLaren Vale sits south of Adelaide and has built its reputation on Shiraz just as firmly as Barossa Valley further north, though the two regions express the variety quite differently. Maritime breezes off the Gulf St Vincent keep McLaren Vale slightly cooler, giving wines with a distinctive dark chocolate and liquorice character alongside the region's trademark ripe, generous fruit. Old bush vines are common here too, adding depth and concentration to many of the best examples. If you'd like to compare against the country's other flagship Shiraz region, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/barossa-valley-wine\"\u003eBarossa Valley Wine\u003c\/a\u003e is worth a look. For Shiraz more broadly, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/shiraz\"\u003eShiraz\u003c\/a\u003e covers examples from every region we carry, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mclaren-vale-wine\"\u003eMcLaren Vale Wine\u003c\/a\u003e covers everything else on offer from the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mitolo-the-nessus-shiraz","title":"Mitolo The Nessus Shiraz 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMitolo The Nessus Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e is a ripe, generous McLaren Vale Shiraz sourced from vineyards near the coastal township of Port Willunga. Mulberry, blackberry and dark plum sit at the centre, supported by earthy complexity, graphite and a gently savoury edge. Older oak allows the fruit to remain bright and expressive, while soft, silky tannins give the medium-bodied palate an immediately approachable feel. It captures the richness expected from McLaren Vale without becoming overly heavy, making it a satisfying match for grilled beef, barbecue meats, slow-cooked lamb or a generous cheese board.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClear medium purple in colour, the wine offers expressive aromas of blackberry, mulberry and graphite with subtle earthy undertones. The palate is fresh and fruit driven, showing vibrant blackberry and plum integrated with soft, supple tannins. The Shiraz was sourced from Mitolo vineyards at the southern end of McLaren Vale, close to Port Willunga, and matured in older oak to preserve its purity and bright fruit character. Rich black fruit, including mulberry and blackberry, is joined by rum and raisin notes before a plump, fleshy palate and spicy, meaty finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSam Kim, Wine Orbit, 93\/100 (2020 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"It’s wonderfully ripe and inviting on the nose showing Black Doris plum, blueberry, warm spice, violet and toasted nut aromas.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAngus Hughson, WinePilot, 90\/100 (2020 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"It’s hard to fault for the price.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182024778095,"sku":"100519","price":161.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/MitoloTheNessusShiraz.jpg?v=1785279404"},{"product_id":"mitolo-jester-shiraz","title":"Mitolo Jester Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMitolo Jester Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rich, polished McLaren Vale Shiraz with generous dark fruit, chocolate and spice wrapped in soft, supple tannins. Sourced from the warm Lopresti Ridgehaven Vineyard in Sellicks Hill, it captures the region's natural depth and ripeness while balanced acidity keeps the full-bodied palate lively. Seasoned oak adds vanilla, allspice and gentle savoury complexity without overwhelming the blackberry, plum and cherry fruit. Approachable and crowd-pleasing, it is a natural match for chargrilled steak, slow-cooked beef, barbecue meats or a hearty pasta dish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bouquet and palate are rich and enveloping, showing blackberry, dark plum, blueberry, baked cherry and confit fig alongside couverture chocolate, vanilla, allspice, liquorice and sarsaparilla root. Fresh acidity supports the ripe fruit, while velvety, supple tannins carry through the finish. The fruit came from the Lopresti Ridgehaven Vineyard on Hahn Road in Sellicks Hill, where heavy clay loam with shattered gravel lies over Christies Beach Formation. The grapes were destemmed and crushed, then fermented at 20 to 24°C with twice-daily pump overs and gentle extraction. Fermentation finished in stainless steel before malolactic fermentation and 16 months in seasoned oak hogsheads, comprising 80% French and 20% American oak. The wine was bottled without fining and received light filtration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatthew Jukes, 17.5+\/20 (2023 Vintage)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a very impressive wine with a much grander feel than many at this price. The nose is exotic, spicy, herbal, and dry, and, like the Cabernet, it will come into its own in the New Year and then roll forward like a sleek black limo!\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mineral","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53182024810863,"sku":"100520","price":197.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/MitoloJesterShiraz.jpg?v=1785279300"},{"product_id":"red-knot-shiraz","title":"Red Knot Shiraz 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Knot Shiraz\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plush, full-bodied McLaren Vale red packed with ripe forest berries, redcurrant and a darker twist of black pepper, cacao and star anise. Shiraz makes up 95% of the blend, with 5% Mataro adding a little extra savoury depth. Toasty French oak and silky tannins keep the generous fruit neatly framed, leading into a long, warming finish. It is an easy choice for pizza night, tomato-rich pasta or a hearty lasagne, and a smart buy for anyone after bold Australian flavour without too much ceremony.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe fruit comes from McLaren Vale, where a warm Mediterranean climate and the cooling influence of the nearby St Vincent Gulf help produce richly flavoured grapes. Deep red with purple hints, the wine combines vibrant redcurrant and ripe forest berry aromas with cracked black pepper and dark cacao. The palate is concentrated and generous, with star anise, well-integrated French oak and supple, silky tannins. 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It is a generous, warming style of shiraz built for hearty winter meals, from barbecued red meats to rich stews and aged cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKim Crawford describes its 2024 McLaren Vale Shiraz as a limited release from the acclaimed South Australian region, a deep ruby red wine with rich, dark berry fruit flavours that burst to life in a deliciously full-bodied style. The producer notes vibrant aromas of blackberry and dark plum with a hint of spice, balanced on the palate by smooth oak and a lingering peppery finish. 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Much of the fruit comes from old bush vines, bringing considerably more character than the everyday price might suggest. The name comes from the ingenious Stump Jump plough, while the label doubles as an eye test - apparently, if you can still read it at arm’s length, you are cleared for another glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the winery says:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit is sourced mainly from very old McLaren Vale bush vines, then gently crushed and traditionally fermented in open tanks before basket pressing and maturation in oak. Raspberry, strawberry, mulberry and spice lead into a juicy, silky palate filled with blackberry, cherry and wild strawberry. Fresh acidity and soft, supple tannins provide balance, carrying the wine through a smooth and fruit-filled finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the experts say:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSam Kim, Wine Orbit, 91\/100\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“It's attractively ripe and fragrant on the nose, showing dark berry, thyme, game and almond notes.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCameron Douglas MS, 90\/100 \u0026amp; Premium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“A classic bouquet and palate with flavours of ripe black currant and raspberry, there’s baking spices and plums.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Negociants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53214574903663,"sku":"100904","price":107.94,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/2252\/6319\/files\/d_ArenbergTheStumpJumpShiraz.jpg?v=1784687327"}],"url":"https:\/\/stolencellar.co.nz\/collections\/mclaren-vale-shiraz.oembed","provider":"Stolen Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}