Benjamin Malbec 2025 vs Soldiers Block Shiraz 2024
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £11.49 | £11.49 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Soldiers Block |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Shiraz |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Benjamin Malbec 2025
Benjamin Malbec from Nieto Senetiner is a bright, juicy, and effortlessly drinkable expression of Argentina's flagship grape, sourced from high-altitude vineyards across Mendoza . Made to showcase pure fruit, freshness, and approachability, this is the most youthful wine in the Nieto family, created to bring energy and immediacy to the range. Vegan and vegetarian friendly. Why You'll Love It Nieto Senetiner is one of Mendoza's most respected producers, with a long history of working with high-altitude vineyards that give Malbec its vivid colour and lifted aromatics. Benjamin represents the youngest son of the portfolio, offering a lighter, fresher take on Malbec while still carrying the hallmark plum and cherry fruit the region is known for. This is Argentine Malbec at its most accessible and immediately enjoyable. Vineyard and Production Grapes are sourced from vineyards across Mendoza, where warm days and cool nights help preserve natural acidity and freshness. Fermentation in stainless steel keeps the fruit bright and unadorned with no oak influence, allowing the purity of the grape to shine through completely. The winemaking is deliberately gentle and straightforward, focusing on clarity, freshness, and an immediately enjoyable style. Tasting Notes Bright, intense aromas of plum and cherry lead into a fresh, lively palate with soft tannins and a clean finish. Vivid, fruit-forward, and full of charm, with none of the heaviness that can sometimes characterise the variety. Perfect Pairings A versatile choice for midweek meals, ideal with cheese, pasta, and poultry. Also excellent alongside simple grilled dishes, tomato-based recipes, and casual sharing plates. The Blend 100% Malbec.
Soldiers Block Shiraz 2024
Soft, supple, and irresistibly moreish, this Victorian Shiraz captures the essence of Australia’s ancient vineyards while offering an approachable, everyday indulgence. Sourced from historic soils in Victoria, the wine balances finesse, purity, and structure with the classic eucalypt character and a subtly saline finish typical of the region. Carefully harvested at night and crushed within an hour, the grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled tanks to preserve the bright fruit and avoid harsh tannins. A touch of barrel ageing and a sneaky 5% Malbec addition provide a hint of mulberry fruit and flowery perfume, making this Shiraz dangerously drinkable by the glass. Meet the producer Quintessentially Australian, this range offers consistent quality and hugely appealing, commercial wine styles that have earned a devoted following. Production Fermented at 22–25ºC, the Shiraz is gently pumped over to extract vibrant colour and aromatics. 20% of the final blend is barrel-aged, while 5% Malbec is added at the end to enhance the fruit profile and give the wine a soft, silky elegance. Tasting notes Bright and aromatic on the nose, with a subtle hint of naughty bacon fat. The palate is juicy, expressive, and refined, with soft tannins and a mulberry twist from the Malbec. This is the brightest and most dangerously drinkable vintage yet. Food match Pairs beautifully with Moroccan lamb tagine, roast vegetables, and mature hard cheeses. Grape Shiraz 100%
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