Shiraz/Syrah
Mollydooker Boxer Shiraz 2024 750ML
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$33.99
Tasting Notes
Mollydooker's Boxer Shiraz is a quintessential McLaren Vale powerhouse, opening with an exuberant burst of dark fruit that immediately signals its generous, sun-drenched origins. On the aroma, expect a lush cascade of blackberry compote, crushed blueberry, and dark plum, lifted by a seductive violet florality and a whisper of milk chocolate. The palate is plush and voluminous, delivering wave after wave of ripe boysenberry, mocha, and sweet vanilla oak, underpinned by a velvety tannin structure that is Mollydooker's hallmark. The wine's signature 'Velvet Glove' texture coats the mouth with a silky richness that never feels heavy, thanks to a lively thread of dark cherry acidity keeping everything in balance. Hints of cracked black pepper, cedar, and a touch of coconut from American oak weave through the mid-palate, adding complexity to the fruit-forward core.
Full Bodydry16–18°C
boldplushfruit-forwardvelvetyopulentspiced
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Sommelier's Notes
AI-curated tasting insights
Flavor Profile
Primary
Blackberry compoteDark plumBlueberryBoysenberryViolet
Secondary
Milk chocolate and mochaVanilla and coconut oakCracked black pepperCedar spice
Finish
The finish is long and warming, with lingering dark chocolate, sweet spice, and a final flourish of juicy dark cherry that invites the next sip.
Food Pairings
Slow-braised beef short ribs with red wine reductionGrilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlicBBQ pulled pork with smoky chipotle glazeAged cheddar and charcuterie boardDark chocolate lava cakeMushroom and truffle risotto