[SOLD-OUT] Moppity Escalier Shiraz 2015

 

"The 2015 vintage was extraordinary in the Hilltops region. It started with a cool, wet spring then continued with warm dry weather through to harvest, resulting in gradual, even ripening of the fruit. The Moppity site is “thirsty” at the best of times and as a result the yields were pitifully small but the flavours are both concentrated and captivating.

On first inspection, it’s evident that the Moppity site in Hilltops, Southern NSW has a similar climate and elevation to its closest neighbours in Murrumbateman – a region that has already successfully etched its name as a great Shiraz producing region. But dig a little deeper and you will see strong parallels between the soil at Moppity (which is sandy and shallow, rocky/gravelly granitic and free draining), and that of Coté Rôtie in Northern Rhone, which also has granitic, powdery, rocky, free-draining soil. This soil is perfect for Shiraz, which is a high vigour variety. It forces the vines to work harder to seek out water and nutrients. This rest ricts vigour and yield, whilst concentrating flavour and building character and personality in the fruit. This soil is not typical of the broader Hilltops region and may be part of Moppity’s secret to success.

However, it’s not just the soil, elevation, cool climate or wine making that has contributed to putting this wonderfully expressive Shiraz on the podium. It’s all of these things, but more importantly it’s the fact that consumers and judges alike are looking for a different style of Shiraz, a style that is evocative and fragrant, vibrant and seamless, powerful yet restrained with good depth and complexity. A style Moppity Vineyards is committed to making." - Moppity

 

Country:

Australia

Region:

ACT (Canberra)

Variety:

Wine Red - Shiraz

Size:

750mL