Red
Maxwell of McLaren Vale: Red wines
2007 Ellen Street Shiraz
The name: What was originally known for over 100 years as Ellen Street runs along the southern boundary of the Maxwell vineyards. Situated between this road and the winery is a small vineyard of craggy, gnarled Shiraz vines planted in 1953. Every year these vines bear some of the best fruit on the estate, however in very small quantities, with an average crop of between 1 and 2 tonnes per acre.
The wine: Deep dark red and purple colours indicate the concentrated richness of this premium Shiraz. Aromas of plum and lifted red berry fruits mix with vanilla, anise, spice and mocha. The palate provides a generous mix of red berry fruits, with varietal peppery spice and carefully integrated American oak. A finely balanced palate offering exceptional length of flavour.
Download Ellen Street Shiraz PDF tasting note.
2007 Lime Cave Cabernet
The name: The wine takes its name from a 40 metre long man-made cave, hand-dug in 1916 into the solid limestone hill that is now home to the estate vineyards. The hut-like entrance to the Lime Cave is depicted in the Maxwell of McLaren Vale logo. Above this cave, on the crest of the hill, there are 19 rows of “Reynella Selection” Cabernet Sauvignon vines. Planted in 1972, these vines originate from those brought into South Australia by John Reynell over 150 years ago.
The wine: The colour is dense red-black with purple highlights. Perfumed violets intermingle with blackberry, cedar and spice. The rich offers blackcurrant and sweet forest fruits. A hint of sweet cigar smoke swirls underneath the fruit, alongside a light earthy character. French oak maturation brings a well-balanced spicy, cedary note. Fine tannins persist and provide good palate length.
Download Lime Cave Cabernet PDF tasting note.
2008 Silver Hammer Shiraz
The wine: The Maxwell Silver Hammer Shiraz delivers all the hallmarks of this variety when grown in the famous McLaren Vale region - rich black fruits, ripe plum, subtle black pepper and intense cocoa. Add to this some subtle creamy oak and the result is a wonderfully rich, full bodied red wine. It is made to be enjoyed in its youth, yet should age well for quite a number of years.
Download Silver Hammer Shiraz PDF tasting note.
2007 Four Roads SGV (Shiraz / Grenache / Viognier)
The name: This wine takes its name from the fact that the Maxwell winery is found at the intersection of four roads, namely Olivers Road, Chalk Hill Road, Brewery Hill Road, and the old Ellen Street. For this wine, Shiraz and Viognier are co-fermented, then later blended with Grenache.
The wine: Aromas of violets, mulberries and red berry fruits, cedar, aniseed and allspice entice and invite... The palate offers black cherry fruit and savoury spice, surrounded by fine, silky tannins. Wrapped in soft vanilla and chestnut characters from the oak, the result is a versatile wine that will complement many different foods.
Download Four Roads SGV PDF tasting note.
2008 Little Demon Cabernet Merlot
The name: In 1871 Scottish scientist James Clerk Maxwell proposed a thought experiment, that involved a hypothetical creature acting as a gatekeeper between two compartments to sort gas molecules according to their speed. At first glance, such a system could potentially create energy from nothing… theoretically impossible given the laws of physics. This hypothetical gatekeeper became known to physicists as Maxwell’s Little Demon, and has stirred debate in the science community for more than a century.
The wine: A soft red wine designed for early drinking, it is distinguished by Cabernet aromas of snow pea, red currant and delicate mint. The palate shows both the persistence of Cabernet and the elegant influence of Merlot - ripe plum amid earthy characters of light peat, with currants and blackberries complementing these subtle savoury notes. Interlacing soft tannins contribute to the velvety palate, and round out a full yet gentle finish.
Download Little Demon Cabernet Merlot PDF tasting note.
2007 Eight Bells Shiraz
The name: ‘Eight Bells’ in nautical terms represents the finish of a sailor’s time on watch - a time to relax and enjoy something to eat and drink, and the company of other crew members. This wine is perfect for such occasions, be they at sea or on land...
The wine: This vintage Shiraz displays excellent regional characters of dark berries complemented by earthy complexity, mocha and spice, with a dash of black pepper. The full yet balanced palate is rounded out by soft tannins to provide a pleasing finish.
Download Eight Bells Shiraz PDF tasting note.
White, Rosé & Sparkling Red Minotaur Reserve Fortified Mount Bold range
2007 Ellen Street Shiraz
The name: What was originally known for over 100 years as Ellen Street runs along the southern boundary of the Maxwell vineyards. Situated between this road and the winery is a small vineyard of craggy, gnarled Shiraz vines planted in 1953. Every year these vines bear some of the best fruit on the estate, however in very small quantities, with an average crop of between 1 and 2 tonnes per acre.
The wine: Deep dark red and purple colours indicate the concentrated richness of this premium Shiraz. Aromas of plum and lifted red berry fruits mix with vanilla, anise, spice and mocha. The palate provides a generous mix of red berry fruits, with varietal peppery spice and carefully integrated American oak. A finely balanced palate offering exceptional length of flavour.
Download Ellen Street Shiraz PDF tasting note.
2007 Lime Cave Cabernet
The name: The wine takes its name from a 40 metre long man-made cave, hand-dug in 1916 into the solid limestone hill that is now home to the estate vineyards. The hut-like entrance to the Lime Cave is depicted in the Maxwell of McLaren Vale logo. Above this cave, on the crest of the hill, there are 19 rows of “Reynella Selection” Cabernet Sauvignon vines. Planted in 1972, these vines originate from those brought into South Australia by John Reynell over 150 years ago.
The wine: The colour is dense red-black with purple highlights. Perfumed violets intermingle with blackberry, cedar and spice. The rich offers blackcurrant and sweet forest fruits. A hint of sweet cigar smoke swirls underneath the fruit, alongside a light earthy character. French oak maturation brings a well-balanced spicy, cedary note. Fine tannins persist and provide good palate length.
Download Lime Cave Cabernet PDF tasting note.
2008 Silver Hammer Shiraz
The wine: The Maxwell Silver Hammer Shiraz delivers all the hallmarks of this variety when grown in the famous McLaren Vale region - rich black fruits, ripe plum, subtle black pepper and intense cocoa. Add to this some subtle creamy oak and the result is a wonderfully rich, full bodied red wine. It is made to be enjoyed in its youth, yet should age well for quite a number of years.
Download Silver Hammer Shiraz PDF tasting note.
2007 Four Roads SGV (Shiraz / Grenache / Viognier)
The name: This wine takes its name from the fact that the Maxwell winery is found at the intersection of four roads, namely Olivers Road, Chalk Hill Road, Brewery Hill Road, and the old Ellen Street. For this wine, Shiraz and Viognier are co-fermented, then later blended with Grenache.
The wine: Aromas of violets, mulberries and red berry fruits, cedar, aniseed and allspice entice and invite... The palate offers black cherry fruit and savoury spice, surrounded by fine, silky tannins. Wrapped in soft vanilla and chestnut characters from the oak, the result is a versatile wine that will complement many different foods.
Download Four Roads SGV PDF tasting note.
2008 Little Demon Cabernet Merlot
The name: In 1871 Scottish scientist James Clerk Maxwell proposed a thought experiment, that involved a hypothetical creature acting as a gatekeeper between two compartments to sort gas molecules according to their speed. At first glance, such a system could potentially create energy from nothing… theoretically impossible given the laws of physics. This hypothetical gatekeeper became known to physicists as Maxwell’s Little Demon, and has stirred debate in the science community for more than a century.
The wine: A soft red wine designed for early drinking, it is distinguished by Cabernet aromas of snow pea, red currant and delicate mint. The palate shows both the persistence of Cabernet and the elegant influence of Merlot - ripe plum amid earthy characters of light peat, with currants and blackberries complementing these subtle savoury notes. Interlacing soft tannins contribute to the velvety palate, and round out a full yet gentle finish.
Download Little Demon Cabernet Merlot PDF tasting note.
2007 Eight Bells Shiraz
The name: ‘Eight Bells’ in nautical terms represents the finish of a sailor’s time on watch - a time to relax and enjoy something to eat and drink, and the company of other crew members. This wine is perfect for such occasions, be they at sea or on land...
The wine: This vintage Shiraz displays excellent regional characters of dark berries complemented by earthy complexity, mocha and spice, with a dash of black pepper. The full yet balanced palate is rounded out by soft tannins to provide a pleasing finish.
Download Eight Bells Shiraz PDF tasting note.
White, Rosé & Sparkling Red Minotaur Reserve Fortified Mount Bold range
