d'Arenberg McLaren Vale Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 2018 Rated 93JS

Product Description

James Suckling Review
Rated 93
One of the modern classics for d'Arenberg, this is fermented with a high proportion of lightly pressed viognier skins and then has shiraz added late in the elevate to tone the viognier influence into balance. The aromas are fresh, richly spicy and lead by exuberantly ripe blackberries and dark plums with toasted spices and meaty elements. The palate has such richness and exotic, powerful tannins carry ripe dark plums and berries long and deep. Impressive depth and composure. Drink over the next decade.

Wine Tasting Notes
Quintessential McLaren Vale Shiraz, with the added alchemy of the co-fermented Viognier skins this wine makes a statement. Bold, fragrant aromas and some peppery spice. The black Doris plum, mulberry and boysenberries are overlayed with a perfume of red fruit sweetness. All the berries! Rounded yet chalky tannins add great structure and mouth feel to this d'Arenberg McLaren Vale Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier.

Shiraz (95%), Viognier (5%)

Alcohol 14.5%