The 2024 Mulline Single Vineyard Sutherlands Creek Shiraz Viognier is a beautifully fragrant cool-climate red sourced from the renowned Strathmore Vineyard in Sutherlands Creek, Geelong. Crafted from Shiraz co-fermented with 7.5% Viognier, the wine draws inspiration from the great wines of Côte-Rôtie, with the Viognier enhancing aromatic lift, texture and elegance. The Shiraz was fully destemmed before co-fermentation, then matured for nine months in French oak, including 20% new barrels, allowing the vineyard's character to shine. The nose is refined and expressive, revealing aromas of red cherry, blackberry and plum layered with violet, cinnamon, cardamom, cracked pepper and delicate floral notes, creating a wine of remarkable perfume and finesse.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with silky, fine-grained tannins and vibrant natural acidity that provide outstanding balance and freshness. Juicy red and dark berry fruit is complemented by savoury spice, subtle oak complexity and a fine mineral backbone, leading to a long, graceful finish with exceptional precision and persistence. Elegant rather than powerful, this is a beautifully crafted Shiraz Viognier that combines purity, structure and poise, with the balance to develop gracefully over the coming decade.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2024 Mulline Single Vineyard Sutherlands Creek Shiraz Viognier is a refined and beautifully perfumed cool-climate red that pairs effortlessly with food. Enjoy it alongside roast lamb, duck breast, chargrilled beef, mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses. Drink now with a short decant, or cellar confidently through 2032.
