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Description
The Rosehill vineyard on the Mount Pleasant estate was purchased by Maurice O'Shea in 1945. This particular Shiraz comes from the vines planted in 1965 by O'Shea's successor, Brian Walsh, as part of his extension of the vineyard, planting the blocks a little closer together.
The meticulous winemaking process begins with destemming the handpicked fruit and cold-soaking it for 72 hours to extract vibrant color and tannin. Fermentation follows with a neutral yeast strain, and the wine is carefully pumped over three times daily. After pressing just before dryness, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in the tank before being racked to less than 20% new puncheons for nine months of maturation.
The Mountain A offers a deep purple hue with violet highlights. The nose is an intense blend of red fruits—raspberry, mulberry, and blueberry—intermingled with classic Rosehill violet notes and a touch of spice from the oak. The palate is driven by vibrant red fruits, supported by subtle oak and natural acidity that lends elegance and balance.
This medium-bodied, classic Hunter Valley Shiraz has a balance that promises to develop beautifully with age.
