{"product_id":"2004-mount-pleasant-maurice-oshea-shiraz-750ml","title":"2004 Mount Pleasant Maurice O'Shea Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eMount Pleasant, founded in 1921 by legendary winemaker Maurice O’Shea, stands as a cornerstone of Australian fine wine history. O’Shea’s visionary blending of French technique with Hunter Valley terroir helped define modern Australian Shiraz. The \u003cem data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eMaurice O’Shea Shiraz\u003c\/em\u003e—the estate’s flagship wine—is named in his honour and remains one of the most important and age-worthy expressions of Hunter Valley Shiraz, crafted only in exceptional vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eVineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eFruit for the 2004 \u003cem data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"793\"\u003eMaurice O’Shea Shiraz\u003c\/em\u003e was sourced primarily from Mount Pleasant’s historic Old Hill and Old Paddock vineyards in Pokolbin, some of which date back to the 1880s. These low-yielding, dry-grown vines on volcanic loam over limestone soils produce Shiraz of immense concentration and savoury complexity. The wine was matured for 18 months in a combination of new and seasoned French oak puncheons, striking a perfect balance between fruit expression and oak finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eThe 2004 vintage was one of the Hunter Valley’s great years of the early 2000s. A warm, dry growing season yielded small, intensely flavoured berries with remarkable structure and purity. The wines from this vintage display the classic Hunter balance of ripe fruit, earth, and spice—built for longevity and graceful evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eThe 2004 \u003cem data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eMaurice O’Shea Shiraz\u003c\/em\u003e presents a deep garnet colour with an aromatic bouquet of blackberry, mulberry, dark chocolate, earth, and subtle oak spice. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, offering black cherry, plum, and cocoa flavours framed by fine-grained tannins. The texture is supple yet structured, with a long, savoury finish marked by notes of leather and spice. At nearly two decades old, this wine is entering its prime drinking window, showing both the power and elegance that define Hunter Valley greatness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2156\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003eCritics’ Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2211\"\u003e97 points – \u003cem data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2209\"\u003eJames Halliday\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e95 points – \u003cem data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003eHuon Hooke\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eThe Real Review\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003eLangton’s Classification:\u003c\/em\u003e “Exceptional”\u003cbr data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003eRegarded as one of the standout Hunter Valley Shiraz vintages of the decade—deep, poised, and profoundly cellar-worthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003eRegion: Hunter Valley, New South Wales\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2503\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003eVariety: 100% Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2545\"\u003eAlcohol: ~13.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eMaturation: 18 months in French oak puncheons (new and seasoned)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eClosure: Cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2633\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2635\" data-end=\"2664\"\u003eDrinking Window: 2015–2045+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2687\"\u003eA Collectible Gem\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2690\"\u003eThe 2004 Mount Pleasant Maurice O’Shea Shiraz is a commanding yet graceful expression of old-vine Hunter Valley Shiraz. With its depth, balance, and longevity, this vintage pays perfect tribute to Maurice O’Shea’s pioneering legacy and remains a true icon of Australian winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vic Liquors Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47060261241067,"sku":"SK83658492","price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/1022\/0779\/files\/MountPleasantMauriceO_SheaShiraz750ml_1703a7fc-30fb-451b-988a-5dc44f569c2a.jpg?v=1763080073","url":"https:\/\/lionscellar.com.au\/products\/2004-mount-pleasant-maurice-oshea-shiraz-750ml","provider":"Lion's Cellar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}