{"product_id":"ox-hardy-1891-ancestor-vine-shiraz-2013","title":"Ox Hardy 1891 Ancestor Vine Shiraz 2013","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eOx Hardy 1891 Ancestor Vine Shiraz\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a monumental, ultra-premium, and deeply historic full-bodied red wine from the legendary Upper Tintara Vineyard in \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eBlewitt Springs, McLaren Vale, South Australia\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Crafted by Andrew \"Ox\" Hardy, this rare flagship release is sourced entirely from a tiny, irreplaceable block of ancient, dry-grown vines planted way back in 1861, delivering an extraordinary combination of structural power, complexity, and seamless grace.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eAromas:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose is extraordinarily complex, layered, and deep, unfolding with intense notes of concentrated blackberry, dark plum, and blueberry paste, intricately woven with hints of expensive old leather, camphor, dark chocolate, and a prominent line of exotic spices.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ePalate:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate is multi-dimensional and remarkably concentrated, offering rich black fruit flavours wrapped in a silky, velvet-like texture that remains light on its feet thanks to a fine line of natural acidity and exceptionally refined, persistent tannins.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eStyle:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a benchmark, world-class Australian Shiraz that balances immense power and depth with incredible poise, moving completely away from simple, jammy fruit to highlight an elegant, age-worthy, and complex personality.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eWinemaking:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-harvested from some of the oldest vines in the world, the fruit is gently fermented in open vats using traditional extraction methods before maturing for close to two years in a selection of premium, fine-grained French oak hogsheads.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCellaring:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e While it possesses the sheer balance and polish to be an incredible experience right now, this wine is built to age gracefully over decades, comfortably cellaring and evolving for \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e15 to 40 years\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e A wine that calls for exceptional dishes, pairing perfectly with premium dry-aged ribeye steak, slow-braised venison cheeks, roasted game meats, or high-end truffle-infused dishes.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003eThis is a seriously special, bucket-list bottle of wine that carries over a century of history in every single drop. The incredible thing about these ancient vines is how they give you this massive depth of dark fruit and spice without ever feeling heavy, jammy, or over-extracted. It is an absolute powerhouse of a Shiraz, but it has this quiet, seamless elegance that completely stops you in your tracks. It is the ultimate bottle to set aside for a milestone occasion or to share with people who truly appreciate the best of the\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ox Hardy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63300941349233,"sku":"OXHARDY1891SHIRAZ","price":225.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/1891\/4673\/files\/0001-8419978230473041000.png?v=1775024402","url":"https:\/\/www.indigowineco.com\/products\/ox-hardy-1891-ancestor-vine-shiraz-2013","provider":"Indigo Wine Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}