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McLaren Vale was named in 1837 by David McLaren who was appointed to survey the area. The region quickly became settled with the earliest vineyards planted in 1838. McLaren Vale's maritime climate, limited water and warm summers make the ideal climate for shiraz. The fruit is intensely flavoured and the resulting wine has a deep purple colour that can last decades in the bottle. McLaren Vale Shiraz is distinguished by its ripeness, softness, structure and complexity.
The wine was fermented then aged in a mix of French & American oak. Individual parcels are then matured separately to maximise complexity. Aged for 12 months.
1. Softness
2. Structure
3. Ripeness
4. Complexity
Specially made by Richard Mattner Pepperjack winemaker and steak aficionado.
Graded McLaren Vale Shiraz
Food Pairing
The Pepperjack Graded McLaren Vale Shiraz was chosen specifically for Scotch Fillet as McLaren Vale Shiraz is concentrated with lots of fruit flavour and richness to balance the rich flavours of the Scotch Fillet.
Occasion
A Friday night steakhouse visit - ribeye, chips, and a “we made it through the week” exhale.
About This Wine
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Country
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Australia
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Region
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McLaren Vale
Tasting Notes
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Colour
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Rich dark red in colour with a dark purple rim
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Body
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Full Bodied
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Nose
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The nose shows rich concentrated Blue and Black fruits, dark chocolate and hints mocha and savoury oak notes.
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Palate
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The palate is rich and plush with good structure, with concentrated layers of blue and black berry fruits blended in with balanced oak. Fine velvety tannins give length and power while finishing soft and full of flavour.
Serving & Cellaring
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Peak Drinking
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This wine can be enjoyed now but will also improve with careful cellaring
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Maturation
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This wine is matured in a combination of Seasoned and New French and American oak barrels for 12 months
Technical Analysis
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ABV
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14.5
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Standard Drinks
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8.6