TASTING NOTES FOR Mount Pleasant OP & OH Shiraz Hunter Valley New South Wales 2022

🍷 Appearance
Deep red with a dark core and vibrant crimson edges. Bright and concentrated, showing intensity with elegance.

👃 Aromas
Complex and savoury, with red cherry, plum and blackberry.
Layers of liquorice, spice, scorched earth and graphite unfold, with hints of dried herbs and pepper adding classic Hunter Valley character.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully structured, delivering a mix of red and dark fruits—cherry, plum and blackberry.
A strong savoury thread runs through the palate, with notes of earth, spice, dark chocolate and subtle herbal complexity.
Fresh acidity keeps the wine focused and energetic, balancing the depth of fruit.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Refined yet powerful, with firm, fine-grained tannins providing structure and longevity.
The finish is long and persistent, showing dark fruit, spice and earthy complexity with excellent length.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Hunter Valley Shiraz from historic Old Paddock and Old Hill vineyards—medium-weight, savoury and built to age.
Combines intensity with restraint, delivering a classic, terroir-driven expression with serious cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, grilled steak, slow-cooked beef or game dishes. Also excellent with mushroom-based dishes and aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A serious, cellar-worthy Shiraz—this is Hunter Valley pedigree at its finest.
Perfect for premium mixed dozens where you want depth and ageability—or a standout straight dozen for collectors and lovers of classic Australian Shiraz.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷