Heirloom Vineyards McLaren Vale Shiraz

The Heirloom Vineyards McLaren Vale Shiraz is a rich, full-bodied red that showcases the depth, intensity, and elegance of McLaren Vale’s renowned terroir. Crafted from old-vine Shiraz, this wine is hand-harvested and carefully matured in French oak barrels, delivering a complex, structured, and age-worthy expression of this iconic varietal.

Tasting Notes:

• Color: Deep ruby with purple hues.
• Aroma: Intense and expressive, featuring ripe blackberries, dark plums, and blueberries, layered with vanilla, dark chocolate, licorice, and subtle spice.
• Palate: Rich and full-bodied with opulent dark fruit flavors, complemented by velvety tannins, dark cocoa, and hints of peppery spice. The oak aging adds subtle toasty notes and elegant complexity, leading to a long, lingering finish.

Technical Details:

• Grape Variety: 100% Shiraz
• Region: McLaren Vale, South Australia
• Alcohol: ~14.5% ABV
• pH Level: ~3.50
• Total Acidity: ~6.5 g/L
• Aging: Aged in French oak barrels, a portion of which are new, for enhanced structure and complexity.

Food Pairing Suggestions:

• Chargrilled ribeye steak with peppercorn sauce
• Slow-cooked lamb shanks with rosemary and garlic
• Aged cheddar or blue cheese
• Rich mushroom risotto