About Maurice Oshea 2014 Shiraz
The Maurice O'Shea 2014 Shiraz from McWilliam's is a benchmark expression of Hunter Valley Shiraz, paying homage to the legendary winemaker after whom it is named. On the nose, it opens with an enticing bouquet of dark plum, blackberry, and dried violets, underpinned by a characteristic Hunter Valley earthiness — think damp red clay and leather — alongside subtle hints of cracked black pepper and cedar. With time in the glass, nuances of dark chocolate and cured meat emerge, adding further complexity. On the palate, this wine is medium-to-full bodied with a silky, supple texture that is the hallmark of aged Hunter Shiraz. Flavours of ripe blackcurrant and mulberry are beautifully integrated with savoury notes of charcuterie, licorice, and smoked oak. The tannins are fine-grained and well-resolved after a decade of careful cellaring, lending structure without austerity. The finish is long, persistent, and deeply satisfying, with lingering notes of dark fruit, iron-rich earth, and a whisper of vanilla from quality French oak maturation.
Full BodydryServe 16–18°C
- complex
- elegant
- savoury
- structured
- earthy
- age-worthy
Sommelier's Notes
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Flavour Profile
Primary
- dark plum
- blackcurrant
- mulberry
- dried violet
- blackberry
Secondary
- cracked black pepper
- cedar and French oak
- leather and charcuterie
- dark chocolate and licorice
Finish
The finish is exceptionally long and savoury, with iron-tinged earth, dark fruit compote, and a subtle vanilla warmth that lingers elegantly for well over a minute.
Food Pairings
- slow-roasted lamb shoulder with rosemary and garlic
- aged hard cheeses such as Parmigiano-Reggiano
- beef short rib braised in red wine
- duck confit with cherry jus
- charcuterie and cured meats board
- mushroom and truffle risotto
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