2016 MWC (McPherson Wine Co.) Shiraz-Mourvèdre Victoria

2016 MWC (McPherson Wine Co.) Shiraz-Mourvèdre Victoria SKU #1383830

Price: $13.99

JH 92

W&S 92

WS 90

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Professional Reviews

James Halliday
92
It sits on the lighter side of medium-bodied but it's juicy, characterful and terrific to drink. It provokes the words 'there should be more wines like this'. Coffee grounds, licorice, deli meats, black pepper. A general plumminess too, and it's from here the flavour profile takes its sway. Every step of the way it feels and tastes good.

(08/2018)
Wine & Spirits
92
This blend from Central Victoria includes Shiraz from cool-climate sites as well as fruit from some warmer vineyards. It comes together in a wine that’s both vibrant and velvety. The bold fruit feels juicy and gentle as it cushions the sanguine, iron-rich briskness of the tannins. It’s smooth and remarkably easy to drink.

(10/2018)
Wine Spectator
90
Dark and brooding, with dense blackberry, blueberry and Earl Grey tea flavors in a fragrant and expressive mix. Cedar, eucalyptus and black pepper notes gain momentum on the finish. The firm tannins provide appealing velvety traction. Drink now through 2028. (MW)

(06/2018)

K&L Notes

Wine & Spirits Top 100 Best Buy.

Staff Reviews

By: Will Blakely
1/26/2019
K&L Staff Member

Such a delightful discovery. Majority Shiraz with just enough Mourvedre to elevate, this wine is astoundingly elegant. Dense, ripe blackberries and a kiss of cocoa dominate at first, but soft earth and black tea tannins follow quickly behind. Pepper and a refreshing herbal finish keep it consistently interesting, and I found myself wishing I had bought a second bottle.
By: Kaj Stromer
11/7/2018
K&L Staff Member

This is such a distinctively delicious wine. Not sure how they pack so much flavor into a $14 wine. The wine has plenty of complexity while remaining light on its feet. You’d think a Shiraz / Mourvedre blend would be a big brooding wine. However, I was surprised by the elegance. The wine has plenty of cassis, red and black currant, with the textbook menthol notes. The freshness of fruit along with its elegance make this a highly versatile wine.
By: Joe Manekin
11/7/2018
K&L Staff Member

MWC focuses on value wines, and judging by this Shiraz Mourvedre blend ,the effort has more than paid off. Mixed berries, creosote and menthol notes on the nose lead to a supple, forward and brightly fruited palate in this easy to drink red. Subtly spicy barrel notes and hints of dark chocolate present themselves as well, but are secondary to the delicious fruit on full display.
By: Blake Conklin
11/7/2018
K&L Staff Member

It's that time of year where I start to drink more and more shiraz/syrah, and the 2016 MWC is the perfect bottle under the $15 dollar price point. Packed with a lot of dark berries, pepper, and leather, I really want to consume this bottle with a really tasty steak from The Hitching Post II. I think I just found my every day Shiraz, and I think you will too when you try this bottle.
By: Stefanie Juelsgaard
11/7/2018
K&L Staff Member

With a light-bodied mouthfeel and fresh, vibrant red fruits, this may not be the Shiraz you expect from Victoria, Australia. This is a fantastic take on how Shiraz can be made into easy-drinking, lighter style wines if put into the right hands. There is a great drive to this wine, with a linear mineral note running down the middle. Crisp and fruity with notes of cranberry and pomegranate, this is a killer deal at $14. Pair this guy with grilled steak or hearty pasta and you've found the perfect Fall dinner wine you can feel comfortable buying by the case-full.
Top Value!