Reserve
Maxwell of McLaren Vale: Reserve wine
2008 Minotaur Reserve Shiraz
The name: A feature of the Maxwell estate is the conifer maze adjacent to the old Ellen Street in front of the Winery. Many visitors to the estate take time to leisurely stroll down its paths. A labyrinth is a special circular maze that in ancient Greek mythology was created by Daedalus to secure the fearsome might of the half man / half bull Minotaur for King Minos of Crete. We have created the Minotaur label to convey the power and intensity contained within our reserve wines.
The wine: This wine represents Maxwell of McLaren Vale at its absolute best. The finest Shiraz parcel of 2008 was selected for maturation in new French oak hogsheads over a period of 2 years in our underground cellars. The result is stunning with elegance, intensity, complexity, and purity of flavour.
The Minotaur Reserve Shiraz is made for medium to long term cellaring, though the balance and integration of flavours upon its release are excellent, giving a good indication of how the characters will blend and mature over time. At release the wine is highlighted by primary fruit flavours including blackberry, plum and dark cherry. Cedar oak tones and pure cocoa add to the seamless palate, with ultra-fine tannins providing structure and length.
Download Minotaur Reserve Shiraz PDF tasting note.
White, Rosé & Sparkling Red Minotaur Reserve Fortified
2008 Minotaur Reserve Shiraz
The name: A feature of the Maxwell estate is the conifer maze adjacent to the old Ellen Street in front of the Winery. Many visitors to the estate take time to leisurely stroll down its paths. A labyrinth is a special circular maze that in ancient Greek mythology was created by Daedalus to secure the fearsome might of the half man / half bull Minotaur for King Minos of Crete. We have created the Minotaur label to convey the power and intensity contained within our reserve wines.
The wine: This wine represents Maxwell of McLaren Vale at its absolute best. The finest Shiraz parcel of 2008 was selected for maturation in new French oak hogsheads over a period of 2 years in our underground cellars. The result is stunning with elegance, intensity, complexity, and purity of flavour.
The Minotaur Reserve Shiraz is made for medium to long term cellaring, though the balance and integration of flavours upon its release are excellent, giving a good indication of how the characters will blend and mature over time. At release the wine is highlighted by primary fruit flavours including blackberry, plum and dark cherry. Cedar oak tones and pure cocoa add to the seamless palate, with ultra-fine tannins providing structure and length.
Download Minotaur Reserve Shiraz PDF tasting note.
White, Rosé & Sparkling Red Minotaur Reserve Fortified
