First planted by Maurice O’Shea in 1946, the Rosehill vineyard features a north easterly aspect and a unique volcanic soil structure atypical for the Hunter Valley. These ancient soils contribute to the distinctive character of Rosehill shiraz, delivering a sophisticated wine of complexity, elegance and grace. The highest point on the valley floor, at 100 metres above sea level, the Rosehill vineyard is one of only a handful of highly prized vineyard sites in the region planted on a unique and ancient volcanic soil structure. Thirty hectares of old shiraz vineyards are planted on the contours of the land, rising on a northerly slope.
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Rosehill shiraz is going in the right direction. As indeed are most of the Mount Pleasant wines. Not sure when this is released but I saw it at a preview tasting; it could be a few months away. The oak has come way back into this wine, allowing the fruit perfumes to fly. Plums and raisins. Iodine. Dencorub. Has an elegance. Not a big wine. I’d have to say – it may not have been the best vintage, but it’s been a long time since I’ve personally enjoyed a Rosehill shiraz as much as I have this one. The vineyard is much clearer here. I’m all for it. Campbell Mattinson – Winefront
Intense dark red brick with vibrant magenta hues. Elegantly perfumed sweet lifted ripe raspberry notes with spicy dark chocolate oak complimented by an earthy and nutty nuance. The front palate displays ripe red fruits of raspberry and strawberry, which is married to the mid palate adding poise and structure, the palate exhibits great depth with a beautiful acid line linking the fruit from the front palate to the back palate, very fine silky tannins complete the finish of the wine and delicately coat the mouth leaving a pleasant and very persistent lingering flavour.
McWilliams Mount Pleasant
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