2015 Maxwell Eocene Ancient Earth Shiraz, McLaren Vale
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9381AE15
The Maxwell Eocene Shiraz is a terroir focussed, single vineyard wine from the most northern part of the estate on the corner of Olivers and Chalk Hill Roads in McLaren Vale. The vines are a special clone called 1654 and planted in 1994. The geology of this area was created 35 million years ago during the Eocene Epoch, hence the name.
Deep purple in colour with aromas of bright and vibrant berry fruit and vanilla oak. The palate is well balanced with generous fruit weight, fresh fruit flavours of blackberry, raspberry and plum with integrated soft oak tannins.
Though the balance and integration of flavours upon its release are excellent, the Eocene Shiraz is made for medium to long term cellaring. Given satisfactory cellaring conditions, it is expected this wine will drink particularly well at 10 to 15 years of age.
“Less than 200 dozen produced, most headed to China. A full-bodied Shiraz matured for 24 months in French hogsheads. Region and variety speak equally loudly: this is packed with black cherry fruit, dark chocolate, ripe
tannins and licorice”.
95 Points James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
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| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Australia |
| Region | McLaren Vale |
| Varietals | Shiraz |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 95 |
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