Paxton The Pollinator Shiraz No Added Preservatives 2021 vs The Brand Malbec (Magnum) 2018
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £15.99 | £15.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Paxton | — |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Shiraz | Malbec |
| Region | McLaren Vale | — |
| Country | Australia | — |
| Size | 750ml | 1500ml |
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Paxton The Pollinator Shiraz No Added Preservatives 2021
The Pollinator Shiraz is a vibrant, fresh, and unoaked expression from McLaren Vale. Bursting with plum and red berry aromas, it delivers a lively and balanced palate with integrated tannins and a clean, refreshing finish. Made entirely organic with no added preservatives, this Shiraz is a pure, natural expression of its vineyard. Why You'll Love It This is natural winemaking at its finest. Made entirely organic with no added preservatives, The Pollinator showcases the biodiversity and organic practices of the Thomas Block vineyard. Hand-harvested and gently hand-plunged for 14 days in open-top fermenters, the wine is fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel to preserve its vibrant, unoaked character. Winemaker Ashleigh Seymour employs biodynamic and organic viticulture on deep alluvial soils to create a wine that's fresh, pure, and full of life—a true expression of McLaren Vale terroir. Meet the Producer Winemaker Ashleigh Seymour crafts The Pollinator to highlight the biodiversity and organic practices of the Thomas Block vineyard. Situated on deep alluvial soils at the base of McLaren Vale, the estate employs biodynamic and organic viticulture to produce wines that reflect their unique terroir with elegance and vibrancy. Production Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness and tipped into open-top fermenters. Gentle hand plunging for 14 days extracts the vibrant flavours and colour from the fruit. After primary fermentation, the wine is pressed into stainless steel tanks for secondary fermentation, retaining freshness and purity. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes brief ageing in stainless steel, including malolactic fermentation, to enhance texture while preserving fruit intensity. The wine is bottled early to maintain its lively, unoaked character. Tasting Notes Bright ruby in colour, the wine displays aromas of plum, red berries, and subtle floral notes. The palate is vibrant, fresh, and medium-bodied, with integrated tannins and a clean, ene
The Brand Malbec (Magnum) 2018
The Brand Malbec Chile 2018 is a rich and expressive Malbec from the sun-drenched vineyards of Chile, producing vibrant, ripe fruit with remarkable depth and balance. The grapes are carefully harvested at peak ripeness to capture the varietal’s signature dark berry and plum aromas. Gentle fermentation preserves the wine’s freshness and aromatic purity, while subtle oak influence adds complexity and structure, resulting in a smooth, polished Malbec with a lingering finish. Meet the producer Lanchester Wines sources The Brand Malbec from carefully selected vineyards in Chile, aiming to craft approachable, expressive wines that showcase the unique terroir of the region while maintaining consistency and quality. Production Grapes are hand-picked and fermented in controlled conditions to retain their bright fruit character. The wine is matured briefly in oak to integrate flavours and enhance texture, then lightly filtered and bottled under screw cap to preserve its freshness. Tasting notes Deep ruby in colour, the wine displays aromas of ripe blackberries, plum, and subtle violet, with hints of spice and cocoa. On the palate, it is smooth and full-bodied, with juicy fruit, fine tannins, balanced acidity, and a long, elegant finish. Food match Perfect with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, pasta dishes, and medium-aged cheeses. Grape Malbec 100%
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