{"product_id":"2022-mollydooker-velvet-glove-shiraz-750ml","title":"2022 Mollydooker Velvet Glove Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvet Glove sits at the pinnacle of Mollydooker’s red wine range, built around exceptionally concentrated Shiraz from a single McLaren Vale vineyard. The 2022 combines immense fruit intensity with supple tannins and a velvety texture, while retaining the balance and freshness that define the wine’s style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit for the 2022 Velvet Glove was grown entirely on the Gateway Vineyard in McLaren Vale, South Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine was barrel fermented and matured entirely in American oak, using 100% new barrels. Mollydooker’s Marquis Fruit Weight™ measures the proportion of the palate filled by rich, velvety fruit. Velvet Glove requires a Fruit Weight of at least 95%, and the 2022 achieved 95%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSource: Mollydooker Wines\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“In the glass, the 2022 Velvet Glove is a wine of depth and intensity, reflecting the essence of McLaren Vale Shiraz and Fruit Weight™. It balances strength, depth, and finesse, with a pleasing aroma that harmonizes berries and a blend of spices. Initially, flavours of ripe blackberry and cassis are accompanied by hints of raspberry and chocolate coffee cream. The wine’s supple tannins and velvety mouthfeel complement the richness of the flavors, maintaining an exquisite balance and finesse throughout the tasting experience.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCritic Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e99\/100 — Owen Bargreen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTasted August 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n“The absolutely gorgeous aromatics bring you back to the glass for more hedonistic pleasure. This is obviously big, bold and heady…”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93\/100 — Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eTasted November 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMollydooker Wines is a family-owned producer based in McLaren Vale, South Australia. Established in 2006 by Sarah Marquis, the winery is known for generous, fruit-driven wines with richness, intensity and a smooth, approachable texture. The name “Mollydooker” is old Australian slang for a left-hander, reflecting Sarah Marquis herself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate places particular emphasis on fruit quality and vineyard management, with individual vineyard parcels handled separately before final blending. Its red wines are typically shaped around ripe fruit expression, careful oak maturation and the proprietary Marquis Fruit Weight™ tasting system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mollydooker Wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e McLaren Vale, South Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiraz\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gateway Vineyard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResidual Sugar:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4g\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.61\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrel fermented\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% new American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95%\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025–2040\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nelson Wine CO.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49813756936494,"sku":"SK49587645","price":235.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2022_Mollydooker_Velvet_Glove_Shiraz.jpg?v=1790230543","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2022-mollydooker-velvet-glove-shiraz-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}