{"title":"John Duval","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Man who crafted Old Vines in Barossa Valley\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from a career spanning 30 years at the pinnacle of Australian winemaking at Penfolds, and with knowledge handed down through 5 generations, \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Duval is celebrated for his winemaking expertise, particularly his mastery of Shiraz and the iconic Penfolds Grange \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewine\u003c\/strong\u003e, and for creating elegant wines that emphasize the Barossa region's old vines. He established his own winery in 2003.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"john-duval-integro-cabernet-shiraz-2016","title":"John Duval Integro Cabernet Shiraz 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe wine was blended with the Shiraz component and aged in bottle for two years before release. **Palate:** A vibrant medley of intense blue fruit and blackcurrants unfolds, framed by refined, mouth-coating tannins. It boasts a rich, fleshy texture and a long, pure finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40993066909776,"sku":null,"price":1000.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/John_Duval_Integro_Cabernet_Shiraz_2016.png?v=1764568278"},{"product_id":"john-duval-plexus-sgm-2022","title":"John Duval Plexus SGM 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Duval\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlexus SGM 2022 earned outstanding acclaim with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points from Andrew Caillard MW\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points from Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points from Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e. This benchmark Barossa blend combines\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e43% Shiraz, 41% Grenache, and 16% Mourvèdre\u003c\/strong\u003e from old vines across premier Barossa parishes. Former Penfolds chief winemaker John Duval crafts these exceptional wines with over four decades of experience.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.johnduvalwines.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/JDW-Plexus-SGM-2022-reviews.pdf\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eSeamless Integration \u0026amp; Old Vine Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe aim is to express a wide spectrum of fruit flavors while ensuring seamless integration of three contrasting varietals. Old vine Mourvèdre provides savoury tannin backbone.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/artisansofbarossa.com\/products\/john-duval-wines-plexus-red-2022\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0\"\u003eDark Plum \u0026amp; Velvety Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDeep crimson with intense musky plum, dark cherry, boysenberry, and lifted floral notes. Hints of cherry clafoutis, dark chocolate, roasting meats, clover blossom, cedar, and earth. Smooth and velvety with abundant dark plummy fruits, grainy textures, roasted walnut, and mocha notes. Medium-to-full-bodied with fine gravelly tannins, bright acidity, and a minerally cadence showing plum, spice, and mocha.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14.5% alcohol. Drink now–2030.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41175452516432,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/John_Duval_Plexus_SGM.png?v=1763961530"},{"product_id":"john-duval-eligo-shiraz-2021","title":"John Duval Eligo Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eCrafted by legendary former Penfolds Grange winemaker John Duval, the 2021 Eligo showcases the exceptional quality of this stellar Barossa vintage. This wine presents attractive waves of densely packed black fruit with lifted aromas of mulberries, dark cherries, blood plums, and hints of anise, clove, and florals.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline-flex min-w-0\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.johnduvalwines.com\/product\/2021-eligo-shiraz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Terroir \u0026amp; Tasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eRichly textured with tightly packed dark fruit layers, the palate reveals ironstone minerality, licorice, and integrated chocolatey tannins that deliver both power and elegance. Sourced from select parcels across centenarian vineyards in Barossa Valley (62%) and Eden Valley (38%), this commanding\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Duval masterpiece earned 97 points from James Halliday and 96 points with a Gold Medal at Decanter World Wine Awards 2025.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-flex\" aria-label=\"John Duval Wines Eligo Shiraz 2021\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/artisansofbarossa.com\/products\/john-duval-wines-eligo-shiraz-2021\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline-flex max-w-full min-w-0\" href=\"https:\/\/artisansofbarossa.com\/products\/john-duval-wines-eligo-shiraz-2021\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-Winning Winemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eMatured for 18 months in 42% new French oak, these premium\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewines express John Duval's signature style of minimal intervention winemaking. The 2021 vintage benefits from perfect ripening conditions and will age gracefully for over twenty years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41983442911312,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/John_Duval_Eligo_Shiraz.png?v=1763955269"},{"product_id":"john-duval-plexus-mrv-2024","title":"John Duval Plexus MRV 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Plexus White, a blend of Marsanne, Roussanne, and Viognier, seeks to showcase a lively harmony of fruit aromas created by the interplay of these three varieties. On the palate, it emphasizes structure and texture, offering depth beyond mere acidity and crispness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John Duval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42288745480272,"sku":null,"price":208.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/CastellodiAmaL_Apparita2018_39.png?v=1732092444"},{"product_id":"john-duval-entity-shiraz-2022","title":"John Duval Entity Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA regional blend of 85% Barossa Valley and 15% Eden Valley Shiraz from old, low-yielding vineyards, this John Duval release ferments separately by parcel with gentle extraction before 15 months maturation in French oak, roughly one-third new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDark berries, plum and boysenberry lift on the nose, layered with anise, clove and dark chocolate. The palate is dark and brooding, showing excellent fruit concentration with youthful, well-integrated tannins carrying a long, spiced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eStyle: Full-bodied, dark and concentrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eTasting notes: Blackberry, plum, boysenberry, clove, dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003e94 pts — James Suckling, Wine Advocate, Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"John Duval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42676984971344,"sku":null,"price":298.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/John_Duval_Entity_Shiraz_2022_94.jpg?v=1786512427"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/collections\/Castello_di_Ama_L_Apparita_2018_30.png?v=1732089028","url":"https:\/\/lyndhorstwine.com\/collections\/john-duval.oembed","provider":"Lyndhurst Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}