Tasting Notes
Grand Barossa Shiraz epitomises the premium international reputation for Shiraz which has made the Barossa Valley famous.
Lifted aromas of blackberry, plum and black pepper are accompanied by spicy, dark berry fruits on the palate.
Winemaking
All of the grapes are fermented in small batches to retain their sub-regional characters. After destemming, the wine ferments for 7 days on skins at 26°C in small open fermenters and is hand plunged twice daily.
This encourages maximum extraction yet retaining the dense, spicy fruit flavours which Shiraz is renowned for.
The wine is gently pressed before spending up to 18 months in a combination new and seasoned French and American oak barrels in our cellars.
Reviews
Gold Medal
Review by: Berlin Wine Trophy 2017
Review by: Berlin Wine Trophy 2017
Gold Medal
Review by: Drinks Business, Global Syrah Masters 2017
Review by: Drinks Business, Global Syrah Masters 2017
94 Points
Review by: James Halliday, Wine Companion 2018
Review by: James Halliday, Wine Companion 2018
This wine boasts a satin velour of impeccably massaged tannins and gentle acidity, coating the mouth as a creamy duo. Swishing the wine about the gums reveals ample boysenberry fruit, hints of anise and an echo of pepper and mace on the finish. An attractive dichotomy of svelte richness married to a certain elegance. -Ned Goodwin
Silver Medal
Review by: AWC Vienna - International Wine Challenge 2017
Review by: AWC Vienna - International Wine Challenge 2017
90 Points
Review by: Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Review by: Josh Raynolds, Vinous
Bright violet. Riper blueberry, cherry compote, violet and cracked pepper on the powerfully scented nose. Appealingly sweet dark berry and floral pastille flavors are joined by a subtle note of mocha that builds in the glass. Gains enery with air and finishes on a smoky dark fruit note, showing powerful thrust, harmonious tannins and impressive persistence.
4 Stars
Review by: Harpers Wine Stars 2017
Review by: Harpers Wine Stars 2017
93 Points
Review by: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
Review by: Sam Kim, Wine Orbit
This is gorgeously ripe and sweetly fragrant on the nose showing cassis, dark chocolate, tobacco and cedary oak notes, leading to a beautifully supple palate that’s ripe and lingering. It’s mouthfilling and delicious with a lengthy silky finish.
At its best: Now to 2029
