Shaw Family Vintners Moonraker Merlot 2018 (6 x 750mL) McLaren Vale, SA

Description:

McLaren Vale Wine Region was judged highly successful with above average crops with minimal faults, and the ability to pick fruit during an extended dry autumn.

Winter weather conditions set up the early growth of vineyards with above average rainfall.

Spring was also wetter than average, but fortunately, the weather was relatively stable and dry.

Harvest began later with picking continuing into late April. Autumn continued to be warm and dry allowing vineyards to be successfully harvested by end of April.

The “moonraker” or “hope in heaven” as it was sometimes called, is the sail at the very top of the mast, designed to provide maximum speed when conditions were perfect. Not all ships carried the “moonraker” but for those who did, it meant the swiftest, smooth sailing en route to the land down under. In similar fashion, the Merlot vine produces its best results when everything is just right, delivering a beautifully smooth wine to enjoy now and for years to come.

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Shaw Family Vintners Moonraker Merlot 2018 (6 x 750mL) McLaren Vale, SA

Lot No: 0257-10728093
Nationwide Delivery

29 Mar 24 3.00 PM AEDT

RRP$22.50

$4
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$24 per package

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Shaw Family Vintners Moonraker Merlot 2018 (6 x 750mL) McLaren Vale, SA

Lot No: 0186-10727978
Nationwide Delivery

01 Apr 24 8.45 PM AEDT

RRP$22.50

$1.67
per Bottle

$10 per package

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Wine Summary Image

McLaren Vale Wine Region was judged highly successful with above average crops with minimal faults, and the ability to pick fruit during an extended dry autumn.

Winter weather conditions set up the early growth of vineyards with above average rainfall.

Spring was also wetter than average, but fortunately, the weather was relatively stable and dry.

Harvest began later with picking continuing into late April. Autumn continued to be warm and dry allowing vineyards to be successfully harvested by end of April.

The “moonraker” or “hope in heaven” as it was sometimes called, is the sail at the very top of the mast, designed to provide maximum speed when conditions were perfect. Not all ships carried the “moonraker” but for those who did, it meant the swiftest, smooth sailing en route to the land down under. In similar fashion, the Merlot vine produces its best results when everything is just right, delivering a beautifully smooth wine to enjoy now and for years to come.

Region:
SA - McLaren Vale
State:
South Australia
Country:
Australia

Winery Tasting Notes

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This is a wine full of subtle nuances from the careful use of French and American oak, balanced with plum and mulberry characters.

The full rounded palate lingers, finishing with soft silky tannins—an elegant and smooth wine.

Winery Profile

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The Shaw family has over 35 years of wine industry experience as a vigneron and vintner. Their dream for family involvement inspired Richard and Marie to expand from 5 acres to over 1,200 acres to become one of the largest owners of vineyards in the premium cool climate regions of McLaren Vale and Currency Creek in South Australia.

The Shaw family vision included producing high quality wine for the enjoyment of global wine connoisseurs. In the year 2000 the construction of their ultra modern, state-of-the-art winery was completed.

The wine is produced from grapes picked from the family vineyards and is produced at the Winery located in Currency Creek. Shaw Family Vintners have a distinguished range of labels comprised of Shaw Family Vintners, Stonemason, Steeple Jack and premium brands, Single Vineyard, Emetior and RMS.

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Other Information

  • 2017 vintage
  • 6 x 750mL units
  • SA - McLaren Vale, South Australia
  • Cork closure
  • 14.5% alc.

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