2019 Pende Valde Barossa Valley The Mosman Shiraz 750ml

Overview

The 2019 Pende Valde Barossa Valley The Mosman Shiraz 750ml is a flagship Barossa Valley Shiraz that pays tribute to Archibald Mosman (1799–1863), the pioneering Scottish merchant and pastoralist whose entrepreneurial legacy helped shape early Australia. Crafted by Pende Valde, this limited-production wine reflects the bold character and uncompromising quality for which the Barossa is renowned.

Sourced from premium Barossa Valley vineyards, The Mosman showcases the richness, power and longevity of classic Australian Shiraz. Full-bodied and intensely flavoured, it combines generous dark fruit with velvety texture and finely integrated oak, offering both immediate appeal and excellent cellaring potential.

Vintage & Winemaking

The 2019 growing season in Barossa Valley produced Shiraz with outstanding ripeness, concentration and structure. Warm conditions encouraged excellent flavour development while preserving the region's hallmark richness and depth.

Following traditional fermentation, the wine was matured in oak to build additional complexity while maintaining the purity of Barossa Shiraz fruit. The result is a full-bodied wine with impressive depth, silky texture and exceptional ageing potential. Crafted by winemaker William Penfold Simpson, The Mosman reflects both regional character and meticulous winemaking. 

Product Highlights

Attribute	Details
Producer	Pende Valde
Wine	The Mosman Shiraz
Vintage	2019
Region	Barossa Valley, South Australia
Country	Australia
Variety	Shiraz
Alcohol	15.9%
Closure	Cork
Volume	750ml
Style	Full-Bodied Premium Shiraz
Cellaring	Now–2034+

• Flagship Barossa Valley Shiraz from Pende Valde
• Named in honour of Australian pioneer Archibald Mosman
• Crafted by winemaker William Penfold Simpson
• Rich, powerful and cellar-worthy style
• Ideal with premium beef and game dishes

Tasting Notes

Appearance

Deep mahogany red with a rich crimson core.

Aroma

Concentrated aromas of sweet coconut oak, molasses, dehydrated plum, blackberry and dark cherry are layered with hints of vanilla and warm spice.

Palate

Full-bodied and velvety, delivering generous flavours of ripe blackberry, plum, dark chocolate and oak spice. Rich fruit concentration is balanced by warm alcohol, fine tannins and a plush mouthfeel characteristic of premium Barossa Shiraz.

Finish

Long, warming and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, sweet spice and integrated oak supported by firm structure.

Food Pairing

The 2019 Pende Valde The Mosman Shiraz pairs beautifully with:

• Wagyu ribeye steak
• Roast venison
• Slow-cooked beef casserole
• Grilled lamb cutlets
• Aged cheddar and hard cheeses

Serving Temperature: 16–18°C

Cellaring Potential

Approachable in its youth thanks to its generous fruit profile, The Mosman also possesses the concentration and structure to develop additional complexity with careful cellaring.

Recommended drinking window: Now–2034+

Critic Scores & Reviews

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