Mariginiup Shiraz 2021

Vineyard

For over 50 years, shiraz has been sourced from our Mariginiup vineyard located on the unique Tuart soils just north of Perth. The ever-increasing sprawl of Perth has diminished the size of the vineyard to only two acres which is still used as the core fruit in the blend. The Miamup Road fruit is grown on quartzy light soils over clay which produces fruit with ripe soft tannins not dissimilar to that of the old Mariginiup vineyard. Our aim each year, for the final blend, is to select the best parcels of fruit that represent the Mariginiup style.

Harvest
We grow shiraz on two vineyard sites. The Mariginiup vineyard was harvested on 10 March with slight berry shrivel; The Miamup Road (Margaret River) block was harvested on 9 April in excellent condition and exhibiting juicy fruit characters.

Winemaking

Following de-stemming and crushing, the Mariginiup fruit was fermented in 3 tonne concrete open fermenters for seven days with regular pump-overs and hand-plunging. It was then basket-pressed directly to new American oak. The Margaret River fruit was also fermented for a longer, cooler fermentation to retain greater fruit flavours. A small portion was pressed directly to new French oak for the completion of fermentation. The remainder to tank where it was transferred to seasoned French oak once malolactic fermentation was complete. All components were kept separate until the final blend was assembled with the intention to keep the style consistent with previous Mariginiup vintages. The 2018 vintage was a slightly cooler year, resulting in a more elegant style.

Nose
The bouquet exhibits ripe red berry aromas with hints of plum, aniseed, dark chocolate and classic ‘mocha coffee’ influences derived from the sweet American oak.

Palate
A uniquely soft but full, bold and complex palate is balanced by silky smooth tannins, subtle integrated oak and a grippy finish.

Food
Enjoy with lean grilled and roasted red meats or robust provincial Mediterranean dishes.

Cellaring
Drink now or cellar with confidence for up to 10 years.

This wine continues a long line of single vineyard vintages that date back to the 1970s.

PREVIOUS AWARDS

Mariginiup Shiraz 2011
Silver Medal
Japan International Wine Challenge 2013

Mariginiup Shiraz 2010
Gold Medal
Japan International Wine Challenge 2012

Mariginiup Shiraz 2009
Silver Medal
Japan International Wine Challenge 2011

Mariginiup Shiraz 2008
Gold Medal
Swan Valley Wine Show 2010

Mariginiup Shiraz 2002
Silver Medal
Japan International Wine Challenge 2005

Mariginiup Shiraz 2001
Bronze Medal
London International Wine Challenge 2004

Mariginiup Shiraz 1999
Silver Medal
London International Wine Challenge 2002

Mariginiup Shiraz 1999
Silver Medal
Japan International Wine Challenge 2001

Mariginiup Shiraz 98
Gold Medal
London International Wine Challenge 2000

Mariginiup Shiraz 1997
Trophy
Swan Valley & Regional Winemakers Association Show 1999

Mariginiup Shiraz 1997
Gold nomination
Sheraton Perth Wine Awards 1999

Mariginiup Shiraz 1996
Trophy
Swan Valley & Regional Winemakers Association Awards 1998

Mariginiup Shiraz 1996
Silver Medal
Japan International Wine College 1998

Mariginiup Shiraz 1992
Silver Medal
Sheraton Perth Wine Awards 1993