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Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012

  • The Wine Advocate
    94+ Points
Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012
  • The Wine Advocate
    94+ Points
Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012
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Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012

SKU: NEGS201210 UCAU
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Produced by the Noon family, one of McLaren Vale’s most celebrated winegrowing dynasties, Eclipse has become an Australian icon through generations of hands-on vineyard care and an unwavering commitment to quality.

A true cult favourite among Australian wine lovers, Eclipse combines old-vine fruit, rich regional character and remarkable consistency, making it a bottle collectors seek out and customers return to year after year.

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Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012

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Tasting Notes

Noon Eclipse Grenache Shiraz 2012 is a distinguished expression of McLaren Vale’s esteemed winemaking tradition, crafted by the renowned Noon family whose dedication spans generations. This exceptional blend unites old-vine Grenache and Shiraz grapes, harvested from the region’s diverse soils and nurtured by a warm Mediterranean climate that imparts rich fruit intensity and vibrant complexity.

Celebrated as a true cult favourite among Australian wine enthusiasts, Noon Eclipse showcases luscious dark berry aromas intertwined with subtle spice notes and a velvety tannin structure. Each sip reveals a harmonious balance of depth and finesse, reflecting meticulous vineyard management and a steadfast commitment to quality. The 2012 vintage, sourced from a premium private cellar, exemplifies this wine’s rarity and enduring appeal to collectors and connoisseurs alike.

McLaren Vale’s unique terroir plays a crucial role in the wine’s character, with its ancient soils and ample sunshine fostering grapes of remarkable concentration and flavor. The Noon family’s hands-on approach and heritage craftsmanship have cemented Noon Eclipse as an Australian icon, consistently delivering wines that reward both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging potential.

Experience the elegance and power of a masterful blend that captures the essence of McLaren Vale’s rich viticultural heritage and the Noon family’s unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Critic Scores

A blend of 88% Grenache, 9% Shiraz and 3% Graciano, the 100% estate-grown, medium garnet-purple colored 2012 Eclipse is profoundly scented of red currant jelly, raspberry preserves and dried mulberries with an undercurrent of spice cake, pepper, cardamom and eucalyptus. Big, full and richly fruited on the palate, the generous red berry preserve and spicy flavors are well supported by medium to firm, velvety tannins and enlivening acid through the finish with great persistence. Drink it now to 2024+.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

The 2012 vintage was another warm year across McLaren Vale, though somewhat cooler than 2011. Spring saw moderate rainfall supporting vine vigour, and summer warmth drove consistent ripening. The maritime influence of Port Phillip Bay provided afternoon cooling that moderated extremes. Fruit ripened to good phenolic maturity with preserved acidity better than the preceding warm year. Noon's vineyards on their characteristic sandy loam soils produced Grenache and Shiraz of good concentration and balanced complexity, well-suited to the producer's blend style.

Vinification

Standard destemming and crushing preceded fermentation on skins in temperature-controlled vessels. Grenache and Shiraz fermented separately to retain varietal character. Following pressing, the component wines aged in French and American oak for 12–18 months. This maturation allowed secondary flavour development and oak integration. The winemaker assembled the final blend post-maturation, selecting proportions to reflect the 2012 vintage's balanced character—ripe but not overly extracted, with enough acidity to ensure ageing potential.

About this Wine

Grenache Blend

A red or rose blend built around Grenache, often combined with Syrah and Mourvedre.

South Australia

If you like Australian wine, then you probably like South Australia wine. The rich reds produced there put Australia on the wine-making map of the world. With over 40% of the countries vineyards, South Australia can rightfully call itself the wine state.

Wines are produced in several regions throughout the state, though many are naturally grouped together, like Barossa and Eden Valleys, only 15 minutes apart. They include such regions as Barossa Valley, Clare Valley, Eden Valley, Coonawarra, Adelaide Hills, Kangaroo Island, Langhorne Creek, The Limestone Coast, McLaren Vale and Wrattonbully to name but a few!

Barossa Valley boasts some of the oldest vines in Australia dating back to 1843 and produces some of the world's finest Shiraz, whilst the 'terra rossa' soils of Coonawarra is most suited to producing outstanding Cabernet Sauvignons. If you're a fan of Riesling, Clare Valley is a great place to explore and for a Maritime climate not dissimilar to parts of the Italian coastline, seek out the wines from McLaren Vale.

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