Reviews & Ratings
2023 Mollydooker Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French) "The Boxer"
Winery: Mollydooker
Vintage: 2023
Wine Name/Vineyard: "The Boxer"
Wine Category: Syrah & Shiraz (Other than French)
Grape blend: 100% Shiraz
Bottle size: 750 ml
Region: South Australia
State or country: Australia
Price: $32
Cases produced: 33,107
KWG Score: 91 (based on 2 reviews)
Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)
Review date: September 16, 2026
Wine Review: This medium purple colored Shiraz from Mollydooker opens with a black cherry and black currant bouquet with hints of cola and chocolate covered strawberry. On the palate, this wine is medium plus bodied with medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, and easy to drink. The flavor profile is a mulberry and extracted blackberry blend with notes of black licorice and stony minerality. We also detected hints of mild tobacco and dark chocolate. The finish is dry with mild and slightly sticky tannins. We would pair this Shiraz with burnt ends or grilled steak frites. Enjoy - KWGTP
Winemaker Notes: The 2023 Boxer is poised to impress Shiraz enthusiasts with its deep and complex profile. It features a solid core of dark fruit, including ripe black cherries, mocha, and a hint of clove spice, all of which emerge vividly from the glass. The wine’s rich and velvety mouthfeel is enhanced by a soft plummy texture, while well-measured tannins and a touch of toasted oak provide balance and structure. This combination creates a rich, multi-layered experience, making the 2023 Boxer a truly engaging and enjoyable tasting experience. The grapes were grown on vineyards in McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. The Boxer has been Barrel fermented and matured in 100% American oak, using 40% new and 60% one year old. The required Marquis Fruit Weight™ for the Lefty Series is 65% - 75%. The Actual Fruit Weight for 2023 The Boxer is 68%.
