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Mount Pleasant Maurice O'Shea Hunter Valley Shiraz 2019

SKU: MWMS201910 UCAU

$279.99

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A wine made in homage to Maurice O'Shea who is considered one of the founding fathers of modern Australian winemaking

In the 1920s, O'Shea established the iconic Mount Pleasant winery which was He was instrumental in shaping the region's reputation for producing high-quality wines

Rich notes of dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, mingle with hints of spice and cedar, creating a symphony of fragrances that promise an indulgent experience.

Critic Scores

97 // James Halliday

"The flagship, crafted with the finest fruit from the famed proprietary sites: Old Hill, Old Paddock, Rosehill 1946 and 1965 Vines. As with the other reds in the stable, maker Adrian Sparks has lightened the structural lattices to impart greater freshness and joy. Full and plummy, the wine spent but 10 months in large-format French wood, less than 20% new. The result, almost as pulpy and vital, as it is dense and torqued. Wonderful tannins, alloyed and finely knit. A textural opus. Anise, loamy wet earth scents and flavours of sarsaparilla, clove and cardamom, too. Better after 2 days in the bottle, indicating just how well it will age. Stellar wine."

97 // Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"(Erin Larkin, Dec 2022) One of Australia's great red wines, the 2019 Maurice O'Shea Shiraz is concentrated and intense. It's hard to imagine how so much flavor could be packed into just one glass. And never mind that; I tasted a 2014 the other week (not old by any stretch of the imagination), and it had not moved an inch from inception, which bodes well for long-term cellaring. You get roasted lamb crust (blood, fat, rosemary, pepper, etc.), salted pomegranate, clove bud, crushed rocks, nutmeg and sandalwood. It is getting better and better in the glass, and I just know that a couple of days on the bench will not harm it. In fact, it may coax the soft core of perfect fruit from the very heart of the tannins. What a sensational wine. It will only get better for those who are patient."

94 // Gary Walsh

"(Gary Walsh Oct 2020) 60% Old Hill and 40% Old Paddock, selected from the best few barrels of each vineyard, and if I recall correctly, something like 100 dozen produced. So not much. Intense, fresh blackberry, boysenberry, slightly peaty and earthy character, plus liquorice. Medium-bodied, good fruit, firm dry tannin, juicy and long. Fine wine, no doubt, though perhaps lacking the distinct personality and character of the single block wines. Will age very well, no doubt."

Product Details

Red

2019

Shiraz

Mount Pleasant

Hunter Valley, New South Wales, Australia

Ready, but will Keep

Stelvin

13.5%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description
This iconic wine is a fitting tribute to the legendary winemaker and Mount Pleasant founder, Maurice O’Shea, one of the most important figures in the modern Australian wine industry.

From the moment you uncork the bottle, the aromas wafting through the air will enchant your senses. Rich notes of dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, mingle with hints of spice and cedar, creating a symphony of fragrances that promise an indulgent experience.

The Maurice O’Shea Shiraz is the flagship red wine for Mount Pleasant and is a blend of the best fruit available, only made in the best years. Taken from the Old Hill, Old Paddock, Rosehill 1946 and 1965 Vines, it is a challenging and thought-provoking blend of the finest parcels from estate grown vineyards that highlight the best of each vintage. Characterised by power, balance, perfume and spice, the Maurice O’Shea Shiraz retains the classic hallmark Hunter style that O’Shea himself helped to define.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Blueberry, Pepper

Palate:

Blackberry, Fruit Cake, Tobacco

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

This iconic wine is a fitting tribute to the legendary winemaker and Mount Pleasant founder, Maurice O’Shea, one of the most important figures in the modern Australian wine industry.

From the moment you uncork the bottle, the aromas wafting through the air will enchant your senses. Rich notes of dark fruits, such as blackberries and plums, mingle with hints of spice and cedar, creating a symphony of fragrances that promise an indulgent experience.

The Maurice O’Shea Shiraz is the flagship red wine for Mount Pleasant and is a blend of the best fruit available, only made in the best years. Taken from the Old Hill, Old Paddock, Rosehill 1946 and 1965 Vines, it is a challenging and thought-provoking blend of the finest parcels from estate grown vineyards that highlight the best of each vintage. Characterised by power, balance, perfume and spice, the Maurice O’Shea Shiraz retains the classic hallmark Hunter style that O’Shea himself helped to define.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Blueberry, Pepper

Palate:

Blackberry, Fruit Cake, Tobacco

Food Pairings:

Pork

Red Meat

Mount Pleasant

Mount Pleasant embodies the essence of the Hunter Valley. Established by industry icon Maurice O’Shea in 1921, Mount Pleasant’s history is as rich as its quality. Entwined with the McWilliam’s family since 1932, Mount Pleasant was a pioneer for young table wine in its early years and has evolved into a statesman of Australian wine, renowned for its Semillon and Shiraz.

Current winemaker, Jim Chatto, carries with him a rare legacy as the fourth chief winemaker at Mount Pleasant since its inception by Maurice O’Shea. Jim knows the Hunter like the back of his hand, having completed 20 vintages in the region and picking up a swag of awards on the way, including 2009 Hunter Valley Winemaker of the Year, as well a 2010 Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the Year finalist and a nomination for Hunter Valley Winemaker of the Year in 2014. “Mount Pleasant’s place in the story of Australian wine is significant and having had the rare privilege of tasting some great O’Shea wines, I’m aware of the gravitas the role carries and the enormous responsibility to honour the legacy of Maurice O’Shea and the individuality of each Mount Pleasant site, as well as the broader McWilliam’s brands,” says Jim.

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