Mr Riggs The Gaffer Shiraz 2023 McLaren Vale,

Mr Riggs The Gaffer Shiraz 2023 McLaren Vale,

Deep crimson with inky purple depth.

The nose is bold yet polished, revealing blackberry, dark plum and blueberry layered with dark chocolate, liquorice and finely integrated oak spice. A subtle savoury edge adds complexity.

Medium-bodied and structured, the palate delivers concentrated dark fruit supported by firm, fine-grained tannins. Black cherry and plum are complemented by mocha and spice notes, while balanced acidity maintains freshness and control. The wine shows power without excess weight, carrying through to a long, commanding finish.

A confident and structured McLaren Vale Shiraz with depth and strong regional character.

Vino Masters Score: 95 / 100
★★★★★ Powerful, polished and impressively structured.
Drink now to 2031 + decant for 30 minutes prior to serving

Viticultural and Winemaking Overview

“The fruit for 'The Gaffer' has been sourced from five vineyards; Martins, Gateway, John Rivers, Tim Hunts and Piebald Gully vineyard. All in different sub-regions of McLaren Vale; from the warmest, earliest picked vineyards to the coolest, latest picked vineyards. Blending the sub-regions together brings out the best of the variety and is key to the iconic Gaffer style. Picked on different days the fruit from the five vineyards are separately fermented in 5 tonne open fermenters. Fermented on skins for 7 - 10 days the 20% of the wine is then pressed straight to barrel from press. The wine was then matured in oak, 90% French and 10% American. Parcels of fruit are then blended just before bottling”.

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