{"title":"95+ Points","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"studium-sagrantino","title":"Sons of Eden Studium Sagrantino 2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark and deeply coloured in the glass, this wine opens with an exotic nose of smoky bacon, toasted spice, roasted nuts and dark berries. The palate is richly flavoured and full, offering a plump, rounded mouthfeel and layers of juicy summer fruits, all lifted by a line of vibrant acidity. Fine, grainy tannins and a spicy undertone add structure and drive, while bold, ripe tannins sweep through the finish with confidence. Complex, intense and impressively long, it’s a superb food wine with character and age-worthiness to 2032.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTrophy \u0026amp; Top Gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWinewise Small Vigneron Awards\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Orbit\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWonderfully complex and enticing with dark berry, smoky bacon, toasted spice and roasted nut aromas, leading to a flavoursome palate displaying plump mouthfeel and delectable fruit flavours with a spicy undertone. Brilliantly complemented by juicy acidity and fine grainy tannins, making it a fabulous food partner. At its best: now to 2032.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Sam Kim \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e92 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is delivered with a wealth of summer berries and has plenty of fragrance. Really saturated and intense. The palate holds a deeply round mid-section with bold, ripe tannins sweeping through the finish. Impressive.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Nick Stock \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe traditional home for Sagrantino is a short distance north of Rome in the Umbria wine region of central Italy. For centuries Sagrantino has been used by the Roman Catholic Church as a sacramental wine during its Vatican Mass. Sagrantino is deeply coloured and is one of the most tannic grape varieties, despite generally being a medium bodied wine the plumage of tannin promotes the mouthfeel. The exotic red cherry, dried herb, and smoky blue-fruits typify the aroma and flavours of Sagrantino. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand-picked, destemmed with 10% whole bunch clusters, cold soaked for 5 days, naturally fermented for 20 days. Pressed to 500 litre French barrels for 15 months unhindered maturation. 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The palate is layered and expressive, carrying notes of blackberry and blue fruits alongside hints of iodine, sage and lavender, finishing bright and refined with well integrated tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep crimson. Mucky plum, blackberry, pastille aromas and flavours with roasted walnut, aniseed notes. Medium - powered and pure fruited on the palate with lacy fine tannins and attractive maturation complexity. Finishes chalky firm with lovely dark berry pastille fruits. Beautiful wine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Front\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe John Duval wines really are modern classics. This is the first release of Annexus shiraz. This comes from a single vineyard of Eden Valley shiraz that often finds its way into blending for the general shiraz wines from John Duval. It sees 25% new French oak. It’s got tension and precision written all over it. Heavily perfumed in forest berries, dark chocolate, alpine herbs and new leather\/mahogany Chesterfield chair kinda thing. It’s succulent in texture, fine and firm in the palate and stretches luxuriously long. All of that perfume translates to flavours, a bit of extra cedar oak seasoning and a touch of sweet-earthiness too. It’s beautifully balance and all up classy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Mike Bennie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGlass-staining purple colour with a sweet blackberry, floral, charry oak and vanilla\/chocolate bouquet, a bright bold fruit character like blackcurrant pastilles. A touch of dried herbs ... thyme and oregano. Concentrated sweet fruit. Tannins are drying and firm, a solid full-bodied shiraz that needs a bit of time and will certainly reward keeping.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Huon Hooke\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSingle-vineyard shiraz from Mount McKenzie; aged for 15 months in predominantly seasoned French oak. Deep blackberry and black plums with hints of fine spice, roasting meats, black licorice, cassis, violets and earth. There is a sense of grace and latent power on the palate, with pure fruit and plenty of detail across fine, compact tannins and bright acidity that propels the wine forward.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42760773697690,"sku":"10982","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-annexus-shiraz_f657b348-b5b9-4348-8806-3fe82e77b6e8.png?v=1738642688"},{"product_id":"2021-annexus-mataro","title":"John Duval Wines Annexus Mataro 2021 - Museum Release","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep dark fruits are layered with hints of rose, violet and smoky earth. The palate unfolds with black plum, blackberry, blueberry and subtle amaro notes, supported by well defined tannins and finishing long and clean with savoury complexity and slatey minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMataro sourced from 100-year-old, dry-grown bush vines in Light Pass. Dark plum, mulberry and macerated berry fruit are cut with notes of exotic spice, hanging meats, licorice, earth and light purple floral tones. There is a lovely fruit density and texture here, pure yet savoury edged with tight, sandy tannin support and a spicy red and dark-fruited finish. 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This is spicy and supple, elegant and refined. It has the earthy bedrock that Mataro masters so completely, yet it is offset by a fine-boned framework of pliable tannin. The fruit is purple and forest derived, and it has a perimeter of sandalwood, cumin and blackberry. Super wine. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Erin Larkin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Front\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom a 100 -year-old vineyard in the Light Pass parish of the Barossa Valley. Chunky but refreshing expression of mataro. Dark cherry, lavender, bay leaf and paprika scents and flavours. Soft texture that grows into a long trail of woody spices with some requisite chew from sandy tannin. It’s a big mouthful but there’s a nice reset with each sip. 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The palate is generous and graceful, layered with vibrant red fruits, savoury earthy spice and round, juicy tannins that carry through to a long and expressive finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a powerful wine but delicate too. The fruit is detailed and nuanced, encased in a complex framework of chewy tannins, with poached raspberry and a hint of rhubarb, tobacco and black tea, pressed roses, star anise, clove, a hint of aniseed and crushed rocks. It is undulating and complex, layered and chewy. Very good. A remarkable site and a beautiful season come together in this wine. The quantity was 100 dozen from the 2021 season. 14% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- The Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep ruby to purple at the rim. Blueberry, olive, rosemary, and bresaola aromatics. Full bodied with serious concentration of black and blue fruits filling the core. Tannins have the power and precision to ensure that weight is controlled and as it flows the deep, meaty undertones are revealed. Finish is long and we see a slight lift from acidity, while a hint of dried rosemary lingers. A lot of wine here and will reveal many more layers with time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Stuart Knox\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrenache from a single, 1858-planted ancestor vine plot in Springton in the Eden Valley; matured for 14 months in older French oak. Geez, we are lucky to have these sorts of vine resources in Australia. Gingery and red-fruited with top notes of jasmine and orange blossom with hints of red licorice, pressed flowers, crushed stone and a light whiff of marzipan. Graceful and pure with lovely palate weight and brisk cadence, finishing long and spicy.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42760781070490,"sku":"10984","price":85.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-annexus-grenache.png?v=1738642849"},{"product_id":"2019-eligo-shiraz","title":"John Duval Wines Eligo Shiraz 2019 - Museum Release","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifted black fruit, plum and blackberry are layered with hints of anise, clove and earth. Powerful and deeply expressive, the palate is packed with vibrant fruit layers, commanding depth of flavour, spice and liquorice, finishing with integrated fine grippy tannins. Approachable in its youth, it also promises excellent cellaring potential, rewarding patience over the next fifteen years and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobert Parker Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2019 vintage was the first in two consecutive drought years in the Barossa, and the wines are unsurprisingly concentrated and brooding. In this 2019 Eligo Shiraz, we see lashings of exotic spice, aniseed, liquorice and resinous char contained within a framework of fine, silty tannins. This is a big wine, make no mistake, but eminently balanced.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Erin Larkin\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn 2019, John Duval's subregional shiraz blend saw the Barossa Valley just nudge out the Eden Barossa Valley, 53\/47% respectively. The Eligo has always been a study of concentration of fruit and detail and nothing has changed with this release. Powerful blackberry and plum fruits, graphite-cored and studded with spice, earth and dark chocolate. Substantial granitic tannin plunges through the heady fruit providing ample support and the finish trails off admirably.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTremendously concentrated colour, deep, dark and brooding, and it stains the glass. Black pepper, iodine and spice aromas. The wine is very full bodied, massively structured and powerful, the tannins grippy but balanced. It’s a wine that begs to be cellared and will surely repay long keeping. A whopper, but it doesn’t overplay its hand. Oak and extraction have been superbly handled.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Huon Hooke\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep crimson. Intense black cherry, dark plum, vanilla aromas with marzipan notes. Richly concentrated wine with deep set black cherry, blackberry fruits, vanilla wax polish notes, fine gravelly al dente tannins. Acidity a touch pronounced but should settle down with time.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43534565671066,"sku":"11134","price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-eligo-shiraz_bfede792-a7d1-4141-bb86-443c53f87e06.png?v=1738642834"},{"product_id":"2021-john-duval-wines-entity-shiraz","title":"John Duval Wines Entity Shiraz 2021 - Museum Release","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttractive notes of violets, dark berries and plum are supported by hints of liquorice and a gentle floral lift. Bright and focused, the palate layers red and blue fruits with dark chocolate and peppery spice, finishing long with fine sheets of silky tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIntense purple-red colour and a spicy\/meaty and dried-herb bouquet, very fragrant for such a big, powerful shiraz, with dried thyme, oregano and mace notes. The palate is powerful, concentrated and the intensity driving and long. There is delicious fruit sweetness and a warming heart to this lovely wine. Great to drink now and for at least 20 years more.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Huon Hooke\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShiraz sourced from old vineyards in the Barossa (Krondorf, Tanunda, Marananga, Ebenezer and Moppa) and the Eden Valley. Vibrant and pure at heart with deep black plum, black cherry and boysenberry fruits, plentiful exotic spice, violets, licorice and wafts of light cedar and vanillin oak. Impressive fruit depth, sandy tannin support and long, plush finish of spicy black fruits and earth.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep crimson. Dark cherry, elderberry, roasted chestnut aromas. Richly concentrated black cherry, elderberry fruits, fine graphite, sinewy tannins and roasted chestnut\/walnut notes. Finishes mineral and long. Still quite elemental but well-balanced with beautiful fruit definition.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAromatic and complex, with a plush, velvety quality to the blackberry, spiced plum and violet details. Reveals huckleberry, black cherry and bittersweet chocolate accents on the long, expressive finish, where details of fresh laurel bay leaf and Earl Grey tea linger.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- MaryAnn Worobiec\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43542947233946,"sku":"11070","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-entity-shiraz_800x800_589fb601-d940-4382-97e0-38870c02223f.png?v=1774406576"},{"product_id":"2018-john-duval-plexus-red-jeraboam","title":"John Duval Wines Plexus Red Jeraboam 3L 2018","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim of Plexus is to express a wide spectrum of fruit flavours, whilst ensuring seamless integration of the contrasting characters of the three varietals. Shiraz provides rich dark fruits and mid palate weight, whilst Grenache delivers a bright flavour spectrum of red fruits and spiced notes. Old vine Mourvèdre is integral to the blend, ensuring a good firm backbone of savoury tannin and a long finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuite striking in the glass, vibrant crimson-red with cherry-red edges. A spicy, subdued nose of ironstone and red licorice, oak-char and cinnamon. Fruit emerges on the palate, though there's nothing sweet about it. Red berries peel off a tightly-wound core of spice and soft tannin. Understated and classy - a pinot-esque elegance to it. Beautiful wine.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Nick Butler\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA very satisfying combo with no variety fighting for the lead. Expect a melody of red fruits lightly spiced with a fleck of herbs for good measure and meaty-stock flavours, too. The savoury and shapely tannins in tune with the more medium-weighted palate. Finishes fresh and buoyant. A ripper drink\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Jane Faulkner\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStriking, with dark, compact notes of huckleberry, wild blackberry, blueberry and espresso that are fragrant, pure and generous. Velvety tannins and details of cigar box, gunpowder tea, freshly cracked black pepper and spice go on and on. Epic finish. Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- MaryAnn Worobiec\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e93 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSaturated, deep-rimmed ruby. Expressive, smoke-tinged cherry and blueberry aromas are complemented by exotic spice, floral and liquorice flourishes. Sappy. Penetrating and seamless in texture, offering pliant red and blue fruit. Spice cake and candied violet flavours that become firmer through the mid-palate. Finishes with impressive, spicy persistence and with polished tannins adding supple grip. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- John Raynolds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44063106269338,"sku":"10594","price":310.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-plexus-red-jeraboam-3l_533e3c79-9949-4f39-9093-1c788d0c9b09.png?v=1738642485"},{"product_id":"john-duval-wines-annexus-shiraz-2022","title":"John Duval Wines Annexus Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark plum, chocolate, sage, and sandalwood lift from the glass, drawing you into a palate layered with bright mulberry, flowing dark fruits, and hints of ironstone. Silky, grainy tannins frame the fruit, carrying it through to a finish of impact and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn the 2022 vintage, the northern subregion of Moppa proved to be the source for John Duval's Annexus Shiraz. It reflects those northern roots with clarity and detail, with super-ripe satsuma plum and boysenberry fruits with shades of baking spice, ironstone, roasting meats, panforte, violets, dark chocolate and Moppa earth. Tannins like powdered sand lend a base and structure; there is a nice, slightly saline edge to the acid profile and an overall sense of balance and harmony as the wine slowly retreats. Super stuff.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeep purple from core to rim. Mulberry, dark chocolate and dried lavender bush aromatics. Rich and intense fruit, full in weight but not overbearing, there’s ample ironstone and dark chocolate notes that balance the fruit weight. Tannins are firm but fine, guiding it with style to a long and finely wrought finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Stuart Knox \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003eThe Vintage Journal\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMedium-deep crimson. Fresh violet, black cherry, boysenberry, hint elderberry aromas with peppery aniseed notes. Inky deep with black cherry, parma violet, mocha espresso flavours, firm muscular tannins and bright juicy acidity.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter Magazine\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis single-vineyard expression pulls a tight rein on feisty black-fruit Shiraz. The taut blackberry is like a big game fish that strikes hard and runs deep, driving through an extended mid-palate cloaked in dark tones. Hang on for the long ride – and then the black tannins take a bite and it all fades to black. This will look more impressive after a few calming years in the cellar. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- David Sly \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e93 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWineFront\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVery purple tasting wine here; dark cherry, boysenberry, dark chocolate and biscuit spices, sage and new leather. It’s full-bodied but finds balance in a rich and salty dark fruited way; acidity is quite bright, tannin is silty and grainy, and while there’s a little warmth on the finish, it still pulls pretty long and offers some orange peel tang to close. Good wine. No shortage of flavour and impact.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Gary Walsh\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44863494750362,"sku":"11432","price":78.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-annexus-shiraz_f657b348-b5b9-4348-8806-3fe82e77b6e8.png?v=1738642688"},{"product_id":"john-duval-wines-annexus-mataro-2022","title":"John Duval Wines Annexus Mataro 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep dark in colour, with lifted notes of black cherry, dried herbs and smoky earth. The palate layers black plum, dark chocolate and plush blue fruits, carried along by beautifully defined savoury tannins. A firm yet elegant expression of old vine Mataro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e94 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced from a single dry-grown centenarian vineyard in the Light Pass subdistrict of the Barossa Valley. This site, growing in sandy soils along the banks of the North Para River, delivers intensely flavoured fruit and exceptional structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was fermented in small open-top stainless-steel fermenters with twice daily pump overs for 8 days. Maturation followed for 15 months in fine-grained French oak—15% in new French hogshead, with the balance in seasoned hogsheads and puncheons. Just 250 cases made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarossa has grown Mataro since the 1850s, and the region’s old vine plantings include some of the oldest examples in the world. Longstanding grower relationships give John Duval Wines privileged access to exceptional old vine Mataro, originally used to build complexity into their Plexus Red. The Annexus range showcases these standout parcels in their own right—with this release capturing the best of varietal Mataro from a single vineyard source.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44863509627034,"sku":"11433","price":78.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-annexus-mataro.png?v=1738642886"},{"product_id":"john-duval-wines-integro-2016","title":"John Duval Wines Integro Cabernet Shiraz 2016","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavoury and expressive, with black fruit at the core. Plum and blackberry lead, layered with subtle notes of sage, clove and earth. The palate is rich and structured, unfolding with dark fruit depth, spice and a touch of liquorice. Fine, integrated tannins carry through to a long, composed finish. Now entering its drinking window, with the balance to evolve over the next two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e98 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e2x 96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dry growing season, marked by low winter and spring rainfall, was balanced by well-timed January rain, supporting vine health and fruit development. Warm days and slightly cooler nights through ripening helped retain freshness while allowing full flavour expression. Fruit was sourced from the Stonegarden Vineyard near Springton, including old vine plantings dating back to the late 19th century, alongside Shiraz from Ebenezer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParcels were fermented separately in small stainless-steel fermenters, with some batches using submerged cap techniques and extended time on skins to build colour and structure. Following classification, the wine was matured for 18 months in French oak, combining fine-grain and seasoned hogsheads to integrate tannin, build complexity and support long-term cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44864992608410,"sku":"11435","price":245.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-integro-cabernet-shiraz_a8317096-eb7d-47a9-8db2-74867899bcae.png?v=1738642549"},{"product_id":"sons-of-eden-remus-shiraz-2021","title":"Sons of Eden Remus Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Note \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep garnet in colour displaying perfumed red-cherry fruits, dried herb and complex white-pepper aromas. A richly concentrated, rounded palate with lovely mid-palate flesh, finishing with excellent focus and precision. From an outstanding vintage for old vine Shiraz, this wine will age gracefully for many years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn old vine Eden Valley shiraz sourced across several sites from 50- to 80-year-old vines; 15% whole bunches, 18 months French oak (60% new). 2021 was a fine year, and that fact shines through in this wine. Detailed with just the right amount of structural sinew pure sage, amaro and spice-flecked red and dark berry fruits, showing space, vitality and poise across its length. A really impressive release.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eDave Brookes \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sons of Eden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44868581556378,"sku":"11428","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/sons-of-eden-remus-old-vine-shiraz.png?v=1738643908"},{"product_id":"sons-of-eden-romulus-shiraz-2021","title":"Sons of Eden Romulus Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense aromas of blackberry and plum together with subtle coffee bean notes burst from the glass. Plush dark red fruits dominate the palate with background sweet spice notes adding to the complexity. Well balanced velvety tannins travel the length of the palate in unison with the attractive fruit characters. Classic Barossa Valley old vine Shiraz delicious now and well into the future.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eGold Medal 96pts, Decanter World Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e97 Points, Wine Orbit (Sam Kim)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e96 Points, James Suckling (Ryan Montgomery)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points, Halliday (Dave Brookes)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e95 Points, Vinous (Angus Hughson)\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand harvested, destemmed and crushed into small 1.5 tonne open-top fermenters. The fruit was chilled for 5 days before being allowed to naturally warm to start fermentation. Various cap management techniques were used to highlight the unique characters of the individual vineyard parcels. After approximately 20 days on skins the ferments were pressed and transferred to a combination of new (45%) and seasoned French oak hogsheads. Matured for 18 months in oak without racking, the wines were then carefully blended, naturally clarified and bottled without filtration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sons of Eden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44868581851290,"sku":"11429","price":80.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/sons-of-eden-romulus-old-vine-shiraz.png?v=1738643825"},{"product_id":"2017-john-duval-eligo-jeraboam","title":"John Duval Wines Eligo Jeraboam 3L 2017","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAttractive waves of black fruit with hints of anise, clove and florals. Richly textured with a multitude of tightly packed dark fruit layers. Deep, pure fruited and commanding. The palate also displays hints of ironstone and licorice, finishing with integrated, chocolatey tannins.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e96 Points, Gold Medal\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHugely concentrated with tiers of prune, plum and raspberry jam shrouded in finely toasted oak and a delectable crunch of blueberry texture lining the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e97 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eHalliday Wine Companion\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFrom the stellar '21 vintage, the Eligo represents the best of the range of amazing vineyard sites from the Barossa (62%) and Eden (38%) Valleys. Its concentration and essence-like with deep, resonant blackberry, black cherry and Doris plum fruits with hints of clove, cinnamon, purple flowers, licorice, dark chocolate, cedar, olive tapenade, pan juices and earth. Thick shouldered but balanced and harmonious with melt in the mouth, chocolatey tannins and exceptional length of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- Dave Brookes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"p1\"\u003e96 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDeep and rich ruby colour. Mulberry, vanilla pod and ironstone aromas. Palate sings with a harmony of black fruits, iron and violets. Still primary in its offering but with time in the glass a bloody depth builds. All the while powerful, well-wrought tannins bring tension and focus to the power on show. Cellar it and reap the rewards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- Stuart Knox\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003eBackground\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process of creating Eligo begins in the vineyard, where we identify the most exceptional parcels of fruit. Aiming for a structured but elegant expression of Barossa Shiraz. The Barossa Valley components deliver depth and structure to the palate with an overlay of rich concentrated fruit flavour, the Eden Valley components bring vibrant aromatics. Post maturation, a final classification is made to produce what we can confidently proclaim to be the finest Shiraz of the vintage from John Duval Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45085047095450,"sku":"10590","price":899.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6531\/9322\/files\/john-duval-wines-eligo-jeraboam-3l_e3ff1596-716a-403a-94e5-d3abec79c484.png?v=1738642529"},{"product_id":"john-duval-wines-integro-2016-magnum","title":"John Duval Wines Integro Magnum 1.5L 2016","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSavoury and expressive, with black fruit at the core. Plum and blackberry lead, layered with subtle notes of sage, clove and earth. The palate is rich and structured, unfolding with dark fruit depth, spice and a touch of liquorice. Fine, integrated tannins carry through to a long, composed finish. Now entering its drinking window, with the balance to evolve over the next two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e98 Points\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Vintage Journal \u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e2x 96 Points\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Winemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dry growing season, marked by low winter and spring rainfall, was balanced by well-timed January rain, supporting vine health and fruit development. Warm days and slightly cooler nights through ripening helped retain freshness while allowing full flavour expression. 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