Ulithorne Prospera Shiraz 2018
- Textured, savoury
- McLaren Vale
Small batch and handcrafted using premium fruit from one of their best McLaren Vale vineyards - Ulithorne have made a beautiful shiraz that showcases the region and variety with class and enthusiasm. Vibrant, rich and abuzz with energy, juicy redcurrant and plum punctuate the palate, followed by a generous dash of spice. Fruit forward and silky smooth with lingering tannins throughout, itâs complete with a long, striking finish. Drinking well now and with a decade ahead of it, I wouldnât let this deal pass you by, mofo.
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Specs
- Region
- McLaren Vale
- Vintage
- 2018
- Cellaring
- 2033
- Preservatives
- Sulphites
- Alcohol by Vol.
- 14.5%
- Closure
- Screwcap
- Bottle Vol
- 750mL
- Blend Info
- 100% Shiraz
- Serving Temp.
- 14.0°C
Region
McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale is a region that lives in the shadow of the hype of the Barossa. While it has played on Shiraz as its drawcard, and continues to battle (quite rightly) with the supreme power of the Barossa, perhaps the most exciting wines from this region are its old vine Grenache and Mataro (Mourvedre/Monastrell - whatever you want to call it), and its more recent foray into Spanish and Italian varietals. Both the sun's warmth and the reliable salty afternoon gully breeze make the climate closer to Mediterranean than many other Aussie regions, and some of the Fiano, Vermentino, Tempranillo and Sangiovese from here are sublime (to name only a few). Awareness, proper consideration and sense of place are key attributes to the region's success, and its recent win against urbanisation reinforces the value of the viticultural region.