Amazing Reviews from Wine Orbit

Thursday, 19 September 2019

Amazing news just in with Château Tanunda an astounding 24 wines rated 91-98 Points by renowned New Zealand based wine critic Sam Kim at the Wine Orbit.

Some highlights include the 100 Year Old Vines Shiraz 2016 topping the ratings with a massive 98 Points, as well asthe 150 Year Old Vines Semillon 2018 (96points) and all four of the 2017 vintage releases of the Terroirs of the Barossa Shiraz (94-96 Points).

Congratulations to Senior Winemaker, Neville Rowe, and the winemaking team on another set of outstanding results.

Winery Name

Wine Name

Region

Points

OLD VINE EXPRESSIONS
Chateau Tanunda	100 Year Old Vines Shiraz 2016	Barossa Valley	98
A spectacular shiraz combining power and refinement; the splendidly expressed bouquet shows dark fruit intensity with chocolate tart, cedar, toasted spice and tapenade characters. It is impressively concentrated on the palate offering exceptional depth and breath, wonderfully enhanced by velvety mouthfeel and seamlessly woven tannins. Symphonic and breathtaking. At its best: 2022 to 2036. AU$150.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	150 Year Old Vines Semillon 2018	Barossa Valley	96
A stunning rendition of the variety; the complex and engaging bouquet shows dried grass, lemon/lime peel and oatmeal characters, followed by a concentrated palate that is superbly weight and lingering. It is firmly structured and beautifully harmonious with an impressively long, mouth-watering finish. At its best: 2020 to 2033. AU598.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	50 Year Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon 2016	Barossa Valley	96
A magnificent offering, the immensely appealing bouquet shows dark fruit richness together with toasted spice, cigar box and cedar characters, followed by a concentrated palate that is gracefully opulent and flavoursome. It is superbly powerful while remaining supple and classically structured. At its best: now to 2032. AU$75.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
TERROIRS OF THE BAROSSA
Chateau Tanunda	Terroirs of the Barossa ‘Marananga’ Shiraz 2017	Barossa Valley	96
Combining gorgeous dark fruit richness with cedary oak, smoked game and spice nuances, the wine delivers excellent fruit weight and intensity, together with lovely opulence and velvety mouthfeel. Mouthfilling and very delicious. At its best: now to 2030. AU$50.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Terroirs of the Barossa ‘Ebenezer District’ Shiraz 2017	Barossa Valley	95
The varietal expression is loud and clear in this delectable red; the fragrant bouquet shows blackberry, plum jam, toasted spice and vanillin oak characters, followed by a concentrated palate that is supple and expansive. Dense yet silky, and finishes fabulously long and appealing. At its best: now to 2030. AU$50.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Terroirs of the Barossa ‘Greenock’ Shiraz 2017	Barossa Valley	95
Wonderfully fruited and generously expressed, the bouquet shows dark fruit intensity with seductive notes of olive, warm spice, game and roasted nuts. The palate delivers opulence as well as supple mouthfeel, beautifully supported by fine-grained tannins. Multi-layered and immensely appealing. At its best: now to 2030. AU$50.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Terroirs of the Barossa ‘Eden Valley’ Shiraz 2017	Eden Valley	94
The wine offers lovely ripeness and perfumed aromas of dark plum, strawberry tart, vanilla, olive and dark spice on the nose, followed by a succulent palate that is plump and beautifully rounded. The wine is wonderfully balanced and harmonious with loads of tasty flavours. At its best: now to 2027. AU$50.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
HERITAGE AND THE THREE GRACES
Chateau Tanunda	Heritage Label Old Vine Shiraz 2017	Barossa Valley	95
This is instantly appealing on the nose showing black and purple fruit notes as well as seductive characters of vanilla, violet and warm spices. The palate delivers excellent fruit intensity and expansive mouthfeel, finishing superbly long and velvety. AU$40.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	The Whole Dam Family Shiraz Grenache Mourvedre Cinsault Carignan 2016	Barossa Valley	95
The wine offers splendid juicy attack of dark plums and blackcurrants with gorgeous notes of vanilla, game, toasted nut and anise on the nose. It is supple, fleshy and rounded on the palate with silky texture and expansive mouthfeel, making it highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2026. AU$40.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	‘The 3 Graces’ Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Franc Merlot 2017	Barossa Valley	94
This is immediately appealing on the nose showing cassis, Black Doris plum, cherry tart and mixed spice aromas, followed by a wonderfully weighted palate that is fleshy and delicious. Up front and highly enjoyable. At its best: now to 2027. AU$32.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	S238 Shiraz 2016	Barossa Valley	95
The wine shows gorgeous richness on the nose showing blackberry, dark plum, cedar and dark chocolate characters with a touch of spicy complexity. The palate is opulent and graceful with excellent fruit intensity and smooth mouthfeel, beautifully framed by silky tannins. At its best: now to 2030. AU$50.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
GRAND BAROSSA
Chateau Tanunda	Grand Barossa Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2016	Barossa Valley	93
Sweetly fruited and beautifully fragrant, the inviting bouquet shows raspberry, dark plum, violet, thyme and toasted nut characters, followed by a succulent palate that is plump and juicy. It is immediately appealing with fabulous fruit flavours and elegant complexity. At its best: now to 2024. AU$25.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Grand Barossa Eden Valley Chardonnay 2018	Eden Valley	92
Beautifully ripe and inviting, the bouquet shows ripe peach, rockmelon and vibrant citrus characters with subtle notes of vanilla and cedar. It is succulent, rounded and flavoursome on the palate with lovely mid-palate weight and roundness, finishing long and comforting. At its best: now to 2023. AU$25.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Grand Barossa Dry Riesling 2018	Barossa Valley	94
Expressing precision and poise, the wine shows Granny Smith apple, lime/lime peel and white floral notes on the nose, leading to a brilliantly focused palate that is vibrant and linear. It is delicate yet flavoursome with a terrific long, mouth-watering finish. At its best: 2020 to 2028. AU$25.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
PARISHES AND MATTISKE ROAD
Chateau Tanunda	Parishes Shiraz Cabernet 2015	Barossa Valley	92
The wine is beautifully fruited and fragrant on the nose showing lifted aromas of dark plum, blackcurrant, dried herb and chocolate characters, followed by a rounded palate that is plump and silky. It is up front and tasty with sweet fruit flavours and elegant savoury nuances. At its best: now to 2023. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Parishes Merlot 2016	Barossa Valley	91
Soothing and comforting, the wine shows sweet berry notes with toasted spice, game, chocolate and hazelnut characters on the nose, followed by a silky-smooth palate that is beautifully weighted and lingering. It is rounded and supple with a lengthy attractive finish. At its best: now to 2022. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Mattiske Road Shiraz 2018	Barossa Valley	93
Wonderfully fruited and brightly expressed, the wine shows Black Doris plum, blackberry, cocoa and mixed spice characters on the nose, leading to a beautifully weighted palate that is fleshy and supple. It is up front and flavoursome with plenty of tasty flavours. At its best: now to 2026. AU$20.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
CHORUS, MATTHEWS ROAD AND DAHLITZ
Chateau Tanunda	‘Chorus’ Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2017	Barossa Valley	92
A delightfully comforting red, the inviting bouquet shows dark cherry, raspberry, warm spice and subtle game characters. It is equally appealing on the palate with lovely mid-palate weight and fruit intensity backed by silky mouthfeel and fine-grained tannins, finishing long and very attractive. At its best: now to 2023. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Matthews Road Shiraz 2018	Barossa Valley	93
This is a gorgeous offering; the beautifully lifted bouquet shows black/blueberry, anise, cedar and vanilla characters, leading to a flavoursome palate that is supple and persistent. It is elegantly structured by fine chalky tannins, finishing lingering and pleasingly dry. At its best: now to 2026. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Matthews Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2018	Barossa Valley	93
The wine offers attractive fruit ripeness and fragrance, showing cassis, plum, violet and cedary wood characters on the nose, followed by a beautifully weighted and succulent palate that is up front and delectable. At its best: now to 2026. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	Dahlitz Merlot 2017	Barossa Valley	92
Fruit expressive and approachable, this tasty merlot shows lovely dark fruit notes with nuances of vanilla, anise, olive and hazelnut characters on the nose. It is supple and fleshy on the palate, offering succulent fruit flavours together with spicy undertones, finishing lingering and soothing. At its best: now to 2024. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.
Chateau Tanunda	‘Chorus’ Tempranillo Graciano Garnacha 2016	Barossa Valley	93
It is beautifully fragrant and appealing on the nose showing blackberry, dark cherry, vanilla, olive and assorted nut characters, leading to a flavoursome palate that is succulent and lingering. The wine offers lovely fruit weight and intensity, finishing splendidly long and attractive. At its best: now to 2024. AU$18.00. www.chateautanunda.com. July 2019.