A flagship Victoran effort, traditionally crafted from Shiraz grapes picked off the oldest and most superior blocks within the Mitchelton estate vineyard. The vines receive little water so they drive their gnarled roots deep down through the sandy soil layers in search of moisture. These veteran vines are naturally devigorated and unirrigated, meticulosuly managed by hand, ensuring precious yields of small, intensely flavoured berries which are reserved for the creation of this eminent edition of Victorian Shiraz.

$8499each $1019DOZEN EACH DOZEN Predominantly from the Old Faithful Crescent and D Blocks, a third of fruit is picked off an elite block at Heathcote, contributing structure and complexity. Grapes are treated to an extended skin contact for up to three weeks, extracting deep colour and soft tannins. A temperatuture controlled, submerged cap vinification in potters and small open fermenters is followed by transfer to a selection of new and seasoned French oak barrels from select cooperages, for completion of malolactic and eighteen months maturation. Parcels remain on lees and remained unracked to preserve freshness, individually barrel selected in blind tastings before determining the final assemblage.

Intense deep purple, violet hues. Rich aromas of brandied cherry, smoked charcuterie and festive pudding, a nose that continually shifts in and out of red currant/ mulberry reduction sauce, mocha, cocoa and kirsch. A finely boned wine which balances the power of fruit with a delicacy of structure. Rich, opulent fruit marries with cinnamon/ nutmeg/ aniseed spice, all framed by a structure of chocolatey textured tannins which partner the persistence of flavour perfectly.

Brown Muscat and Black Muscat, treated to a cool ferment on yeast lees alongside a parcel of Mourvedre for colour and complexity. Sunraysia is the place which ripens grapes to heightened levels of flavour and mouth filling complexity. A brisk vinification, aimed at retaining moreish fruit sweetness and capturing the crisp frizzante, is bottled while rejuvenatingly vibrant and preserved under crown seal. Refreshingly low in alcohol and brimming with pastel pink characters, this is the wine to serve alongside fruity nibbles or piquantly spiced Al fresco fare.

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Monichino are all about honest wines made from good fruit, grown to a dearly loved vineyard, by fair dinkum people with endless passion. The remarkable quality of fruit, harvested off twenty six estate owned and operated hectares of low yielding vines, can only be achieved by close husbandry and hard work. The viticultural team are driven by their enthusiasm to maximise the intensity of flavour and encourage the unique characters of each grape.

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Shiraz was one of the first varieties planted by Carlo Monichino in the 1960s, he recognized the suitability of Goulburn Valley for viticulture and set out to make wines as he did, while growing up amongst the undulating vineyards of Italy's Piemonte. Monichino remains a largely family run operation, neighbours and the extended relations all join in at vintage. A splendid Shiraz, crafted exclusively from estate grown fruit and treated to an extended maturation, for a thoroughly charming wine of engaging complexity and exquisite balance.

$1999each $239DOZEN EACH DOZEN Parcels of Shiraz are treated to a crush and cold soak, vinified in a combination of fermenters, followed by transfer to a selection of seasoned and new American oak barrels for a year or more of maturation.

Dark red, purple robes. Blackberry and dark currant nose, milled pepper complexity and charred oak. A decidedly berry drenched palate, layered with dark fruit, bramble and spice, supported by ripe firm tannins and supple cinnamon oak. A match to charcoal grills and kebabs, mediterranean vegetables or roasts.

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