Mollydooker The Boxer Shiraz 2024 McLaren Vale Langhorne Creek is velvety and full-bodied with dark fruit, black cherries, mocha and clove spice. Fresh plum, balanced tannins, toasted American oak, multi-vineyard South Australian Shiraz offering complex layered character.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
This distinguished South Australian Shiraz presents a deep inky purple colour with brilliant clarity and rich depth, displaying the exceptional quality characteristic of fruit sourced from twelve premium vineyards across McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek, showcasing the artisanal craftsmanship of Mollydooker.
Aroma
The nose reveals a robust foundation of dark fruit, black cherries, mocha and a hint of clove spice that comes alive in the glass. The bouquet showcases remarkable depth from barrel fermentation and maturation in 100% American oak, creating a complex aromatic profile with multiple layers that define this exceptional South Australian Shiraz.
Palate
The velvety texture delivers notes of fresh plum with balanced tannins and a subtle touch of toasted oak, all enhancing the richness of the fruit. The palate displays remarkable complexity from 38% new, 49% one-year-old and 13% two-year-old American oak barrels, creating exceptional depth and structure. The finish is long and satisfying with lingering dark fruit and mocha, showcasing the multi-layered character that defines The Boxer.
Pairs With
This exceptional McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek Shiraz is perfect for enjoying with slow-roasted beef, BBQ ribs, lamb shanks, rich tomato-based pasta, aged cheddar, or hearty game dishes, making it ideal for special occasions and relaxed entertaining, showcasing the velvety dark fruit, black cherry, mocha and clove spice character that Shiraz enthusiasts appreciate.
