Ad Hoc Middle of Everywhere Shiraz 2024 75cl

Ad Hoc Middle of Everywhere Shiraz is a vibrant, deeply expressive, and fruit-forward red wine produced in the cool-climate wine region of the Great Southern in Western Australia. Ad Hoc is the inspired creation of celebrated winemaker Larry Cherubino, who is dedicated to crafting accessible, food-friendly wines that showcase the distinct characteristics of Western Australia's premier appellations. Sourced from selected vineyards where crisp southern ocean breezes temper the sun, this modern Shiraz captures the perfect balance between opulent dark fruit and refreshing, savoury structure. Why You'll Love It This wine stands out for its luscious fruit concentration, velvety mouthfeel, and refreshing structural restraint. Grown in ancient gravelly loam and weathered granite soils that impart a fine mineral tension to the wine, the grapes achieve optimal ripeness while retaining wonderful natural acidity. Matured with a light touch of seasoned oak, it delivers an irresistible profile of juicy blackberries, dark plums, white pepper, and subtle violet florals, offering an effortlessly enjoyable drinking experience. Vineyard & Production The grapes are harvested at optimal maturity from select vineyard blocks across the Great Southern region. Upon arrival at the winery, the fruit is destemmed and gently crushed into temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. Fermentation takes place with regular pump-overs to extract rich colour and fine, supple tannins. Following malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred to seasoned French oak barrels for a brief maturation period to enhance complexity and smoothness before gentle clarification and bottling. Tasting Notes In the glass, it displays a deep, brilliant ruby-red colour with vibrant purple reflections. The nose is expressive, warm, and inviting, opening with aromas of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and blueberries, interwoven with classic Cool-climate notes of cracked black pepper, liquorice, and subtle dark chocolate. On the palate, it is medium-to-full-bodied, rounded, and harmonious, offering succulent dark berry flavours supported by a fresh beam of natural acidity and fine, velvety tannins that lead into a long, savoury, and refreshing finish. Perfect Pairings With its generous dark fruit core, gentle spice notes, and refreshing acidity, this Western Australian Shiraz is a magnificent companion for casual feasts and hearty dining. It pairs magnificently with chargrilled steak, slow-braised beef short ribs, rich lamb burgers, and gourmet sausages. It is also an exceptional match for roasted portobello mushrooms, charcuterie boards, and mature Cheddar cheese. Grape Varieties 100% Shiraz