Beresford Classic Shiraz 2023 McLaren Vale captures the elegance, powerful complexity and unique essence of this renowned South Australian region, delivering a wine of great balance and depth with lifted spicy cloves, hints of musky redskin and vanilla bean spice notes.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Deep crimson with vibrant ruby hues, showcasing the wine's youthful character and McLaren Vale provenance.
Aroma
The nose is perfumed and lifted, opening with notes of blueberry and plum followed by delicate whispers of potpourri. Surprisingly youthful and fresh, it showcases a vibrant character with lifted spicy cloves and vanilla bean spice notes that add aromatic complexity.
Palate
Medium-bodied with tangy acidity that imparts lively energy. Fine-grained yet firm tannins create a captivating, chewy texture that coats the mouth. Flavours of fresh red cherry, plum and sultanas mingle with mint and eucalyptus, whilst dry herbs and the intriguing spice of Chinese five spices contribute to a multi-dimensional experience. Great depth, length and structure define the finish.
Pairs With
This well-balanced McLaren Vale Shiraz is perfect with grilled lamb cutlets, slow-cooked beef brisket, or mature cheddar cheese. The wine's firm tannins and vibrant acidity also complement barbecued sausages, mushroom risotto, or char-grilled vegetables with herbs.
Winemaking Notes
Beresford Classic Shiraz 2023 is crafted with meticulous attention to detail to showcase the quality of McLaren Vale fruit. Grapes are picked based on both colour and flavour development, then gently crushed and fermented for 7-10 days at approximately 20°C. Small open-top fermenters are employed with hand pumping over and rack and return techniques to ensure optimum extraction of tannins and colour. Following fermentation, the wine is softly pressed into a combination of French and American oak where it undergoes natural malolactic fermentation. The winemaking philosophy emphasises gentle handling and natural processes, with no animal products used for fining or filtration, making this wine vegan friendly. The result is a well-structured Shiraz that balances fruit intensity with elegant oak integration and smooth tannins.
Vintage Conditions
The 2023 vintage in McLaren Vale provided excellent growing conditions for Shiraz production. The season benefited from moderate temperatures and well-timed rainfall during the growing period, ensuring healthy vine development and optimal canopy management. Warm, sunny days during the ripening phase allowed the Shiraz grapes to develop concentrated flavours and rich colour, whilst cool nights preserved natural acidity and aromatic intensity. Harvest conditions were favourable, with stable weather enabling the winemaking team to pick the fruit at peak ripeness when both colour and flavour development were optimal. These ideal vintage conditions contributed to wines with excellent fruit concentration, balanced structure, and the characteristic richness and depth that defines quality McLaren Vale Shiraz.
