1998 Mount Pleasant Maurice O'Shea Shiraz 750ml

Origin and Legacy Produced from Mount Pleasant’s historic Old Hill and Old Paddock vineyards in the Hunter Valley, the Maurice O’Shea Shiraz is a tribute to one of Australia’s most legendary winemakers. The 1998 vintage reflects the elegance and longevity for which this label is renowned. Vintage notes Vintage quality: Legendary Current condition: Ready to drink The 1998 Australian vintage was a massive success, particularly for the Barossa. A cool spring gave way to a long, hot and dry summer. The dry conditions helped keep rot and disease at bay while a touch of rain at the end of the growing season relieved dehydrated ground Tasting Profile Colour: Garnet with bricking edges, showing graceful age. Nose: Aromas of dried plum, mulberry, earthy spice, leather, and hints of cedar and tobacco. Palate: Medium-bodied with integrated tannins, flavours of stewed red fruits, dark chocolate, pepper, and savoury oak. Mature and soft, with balance and length that reflect careful cellaring and quality fruit. Cellaring and Condition This wine is fully mature and drinking at its peak. It offers a refined experience for collectors and fans of classic Hunter Valley Shiraz. Food Pairing Suggestions Best enjoyed with slow-cooked lamb, roasted duck, mushroom dishes, or aged cheeses—ideal for meals where savoury depth and elegance are appreciated.