Moonlighters Red Blend
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Typically best enjoyed within 3–8 years from vintage release.
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Roasted lamb shanks, grilled beef burgers, mature hard cheeses
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The 'Moonlighters' Red Blend captures the very essence and founding rebellious spirit of RedHeads. The name pays homage to the passionate winemakers who, during the early days of the RedHeads cooperative, would work their demanding day jobs at large, corporate Australian wineries, only to 'moonlight' late into the night to craft their own artisanal, small-batch wines. This blend is a celebration of that nocturnal dedication, typically combining the rich, dark fruit characters of South Australian Shiraz with the structural elegance of Cabernet Sauvignon and the fleshy, plum-like depth of Malbec. Fermented in small batches and aged with careful oak influence, the resulting wine is generous, smooth, and packed with character, offering a taste of the freedom and creativity that defined the original studio.
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Established in 2002 in McLaren Vale by Tony Laithwaite as a collaborative studio for rebellious winemakers, RedHeads has since evolved into a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly winery located in the Barossa Valley, South Australia. Operating from its custom-built, solar-powered facility in Nuriootpa since 2019, the winery is dedicated to rescuing small, premium parcels of grapes from independent growers to craft expressive, small-batch wines. RedHeads is celebrated for its highly characterful, narrative-driven labels, producing acclaimed reds and whites such as the Dogs of the Barossa Shiraz, Whip-Hand Cabernet Sauvignon, and Esule, which showcase the diverse terroirs of South Australia with minimal intervention and maximum personality. Address: 258 Moppa Road South, 5355 Nuriootpa, South Australia, Australia Website: https://redheadswine.com.au