{"product_id":"2022-hewitson-old-garden-mourvedre-750ml","title":"2022 Hewitson Old Garden Mourvèdre 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eThe 2022 Hewitson Old Garden Mourvèdre is one of Australia's most distinctive and historically significant red wines. Produced by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHewitson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this remarkable wine is sourced from the famed Old Garden Vineyard in the Barossa Valley, home to some of the world's oldest surviving Mourvèdre (Mataro) vines, originally planted in \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"406\"\u003e1853\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eOften referred to as a \"living museum vineyard,\" the Old Garden Vineyard remains dry-grown and ungrafted, with many vines approaching 170 years of age. These ancient bush vines produce naturally tiny yields of intensely flavoured fruit, resulting in a wine of extraordinary concentration, complexity, and individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eThe 2022 growing season delivered excellent conditions for Mourvèdre, allowing for slow ripening and the development of rich fruit character while preserving freshness and balance. Hewitson's minimalist winemaking approach ensures the unique personality of this historic vineyard remains the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1030\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003eThe bouquet is deeply aromatic, revealing layers of blackberry, black cherry, plum, and blueberry, complemented by notes of black pepper, star anise, dried herbs, earth, leather, and exotic spice. As the wine opens, savoury nuances of game, tobacco leaf, and dark chocolate emerge, reflecting both varietal character and old-vine pedigree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003eThe palate is full-bodied yet remarkably refined, combining dense dark fruit with fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Mourvèdre's hallmark savoury complexity and earthy depth are beautifully balanced by freshness and elegance. The finish is long, structured, and persistent, highlighting the concentration that only ancient vines can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eWhile already impressive in its youth, the 2022 Old Garden Mourvèdre is built for long-term cellaring and will continue to develop additional complexity over the next 15–25 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eWinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hewitson\u003cbr data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barossa Valley, South Australia\u003cbr data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Garden Vineyard (planted 1853)\u003cbr data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mourvèdre (Mataro)\u003cbr data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003cbr data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2076\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2086\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Bodied Red Wine\u003cbr data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eClosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Screwcap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, braised beef cheeks, venison, game meats, chargrilled pork, and mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Casey Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44957697540182,"sku":"2587259771","price":89.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/5301\/4102\/files\/2021_Hewitson_Old_Garden_Mourvedre_750ml_4b072ffe-a148-42ff-865c-d7bc01b47e7c.png?v=1781580233","url":"https:\/\/caseycellars.com.au\/products\/2022-hewitson-old-garden-mourvedre-750ml","provider":"Casey Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}