Peculiar Mr Pat Merlot 2025 vs Percheron Shiraz Mourvedre 2023
Compare current tracked prices, stockists and core specifications. Percheron Shiraz Mourvedre 2023 currently starts £0.10 lower.
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £10.65 | £10.55 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | — | Percheron |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Merlot | Shiraz |
| Country | Australia | — |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Peculiar Mr Pat Merlot 2025
Peculiar Mr Pat Merlot is a bright, plush, and deeply tasty Australian Merlot from Riverland vineyards along the banks of the Murray River, Australia's largest river, near the bustling inland town of Mildura. The name pays tribute to Mr Pat, a most particular wombat: orphaned, beaten up by his wild wombat mates, taken in by Ballarat Wildlife Park, wheelbarrowed around for weight reasons, and adored the world over. Produced by Boutinot Australia under the care of winemaker Samantha Bailey, this is abundant in freshly picked red fruit with a soft tannic profile and a long, moreish finish. Why You'll Love It This is Riverland Merlot from Boutinot Australia, crafted by winemaker Samantha Bailey from vineyards that thrive in the Mediterranean climate along the banks of the Murray River near Mildura, the heart of Australia's food bowl. The ancient, sandy soils are enriched with recycled organic matter from other local crops, and the vines are carefully tended to make the most of every precious drop of water. Speckled light reaches through lush green vine canopies to ensure the berries ripen steadily throughout late summer in time for an autumn harvest. Minimal winemaking intervention preserves the natural fruit character and makes this wine suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and pescatarians. At 13.5% ABV with a screwcap closure, this is Australian Merlot with charm, freshness, and effortless drinkability. Vineyard & Winemaking Produced by Boutinot Australia in Riverland, South East Australia. Vineyards along the Murray River near Mildura on ancient sandy soils enriched with recycled organic matter. Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine. Minimal winemaking intervention. Winemaker: Samantha Bailey. Vegetarian and vegan. 13.5% ABV. Screwcap closure. Tasting Notes Bright, plush, and deeply tasty. Abundant in freshly picked red fruit with a soft tannic profile and a long, moreish finish. Food Pairing Versatile with a wide range of meat dishes. Also excellent with pasta
Percheron Shiraz Mourvedre 2023
In the farthest flung corners of the Cape lie gnarly, old, national treasures – ancient vines once farmed with Percheron draft horses, both now a rare breed. Percheron Shiraz Mourvèdre celebrates this marriage of nature, capturing the rugged character of the Cape. Co-fermented from select plots across Swartland and Kasteelberg, it combines the bold, peppery intensity of Shiraz with the structured, savoury depth of Mourvèdre, and a whisper of Viognier for aromatic lift, producing a richly flavoured, vibrant, and deeply expressive wine. Meet the producer Boutinot South Africa is driven by our passion for discovery and desire to capture the real essence of South Africa in its wines. Production Grapes for Percheron Shiraz Mourvèdre have been sourced from traditional growers in the Swartland area of the Cape. The soil is mainly Malmsbury shale with loamy soil on the higher grounds and sandy loam lower down the slopes, interspersed with rich Hutton soils. The climate is perfect for viticulture with the low rainfall summer months, tempered by cool afternoon breezes and cold winters allowing the vines to rest and build up reserves. This wine is made of 70% Shiraz from the Riebeek Valley, co-fermented with 27% Mourvèdre and 3% Viognier from the Kasteelberg slopes. During fermentation the skin cap is punched down multiple times a day to maximize extraction, resulting in a rich, dark wine packed with fruit and chocolaty notes and a big, savoury heart. Tasting notes Co-fermented Shiraz and Viognier interplay while the later addition of Mourvèdre adds depth and structure. Aromas suggest summer pudding, black cherries, and crushed raspberries, accented by aromatic spice and a subtle creaminess. On the palate, the peppery Shiraz and warm, spicy Mourvèdre combine in a ripe, juicy, and harmonious wine that finishes long and spicy. Food match A great partner to rich and savoury red meat dishes such as salt-marsh lamb, or a gutsy bean casserole. Grape Shiraz 70%, Mourvèdre 27%, Viogni
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