{"product_id":"2023-john-duval-plexus-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre-750ml","title":"2023 John Duval Plexus Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre 750ml","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"s3w2tf\" data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"130\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAwards, Ratings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"185\"\u003e95\/100 — Andrew Caillard MW · The Vintage Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"327\"\u003e\"A beautifully composed Barossa GSM with superb fruit definition, silky texture and impressive balance, combining richness with elegance.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"370\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e94\/100 — Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\"A polished blend of old-vine Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre showing dark plum, boysenberry, spice, earth and finely textured tannins. Plush, vibrant and beautifully balanced.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e94\/100 — The Wine Front\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\"Blackberry, dark cherry, cocoa and baking spices with grainy dark chocolate tannins and excellent length. Rich, plush and beautifully balanced.\"\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"55m7s\" data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"873\"\u003eAbout This Wine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eThe 2023 John Duval \u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"905\"\u003ePlexus\u003c\/strong\u003e Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre is the flagship GSM blend from John Duval Wines and the very first wine released by John following his celebrated career as Penfolds Chief Winemaker. Named after the Latin word meaning \"a combination of elements into a coherent structure,\" Plexus has become one of Australia's benchmark Barossa GSM blends and is recognised in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eLangton's Classification of Australian Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage was influenced by a third consecutive La Niña season, providing excellent soil moisture, healthy vineyards and one of the latest harvests in recent memory. The cool growing conditions produced fruit with outstanding aromatic purity, freshness and natural balance. Old-vine Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre were sourced from renowned Barossa subregions including Krondorf, Marananga, Ebenezer, Tanunda, Moppa and Light Pass, delivering exceptional depth and regional complexity. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eEach parcel was fermented separately in small open fermenters, with a portion of the Grenache incorporating whole bunches to enhance savoury complexity and aromatic lift. The wine was matured for approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003e15 months in French oak hogsheads\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a small proportion of new oak and the balance in seasoned barrels, preserving fruit purity while adding texture and subtle spice. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2743\"\u003eThe bouquet is vibrant and expressive, revealing aromas of blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum layered with raspberry, cinnamon, woodsy spice and subtle smoky oak. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, offering generous layers of black and red fruits supported by savoury spice, fine velvety tannins and bright natural acidity. The finish is long, pure and beautifully balanced, combining Barossa richness with elegance and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003eApproachable now with decanting, the 2023 Plexus will continue to evolve gracefully over the next 10–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1yl5694\" data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2894\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2901\" data-end=\"2919\"\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grenache \/ Shiraz \/ Mourvèdre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barossa Valley, South Australia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2996\" data-end=\"3010\"\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3031\"\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 15 months in French oak hogsheads (small proportion new)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3116\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3124\" data-end=\"3136\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screw Cap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3168\"\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025–2038\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52290837610798,"sku":"4628016174","price":41.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2023JohnDuvalPlexusGrenacheShirazMourvedre750ml.png?v=1783580009","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2023-john-duval-plexus-grenache-shiraz-mourvedre-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}