TASTING NOTES FOR Sons Of Eden Zephyrus Shiraz Adelaide Hills South Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with a dark purple core. Dense and vibrant, showing both richness and brightness in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Highly expressive, with blackberry, dark cherry and plum leading the nose.
Layers of violet, baking spice, cocoa, graphite and subtle cedar add complexity, with a lifted floral edge typical of this premium blend.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied yet refined, delivering concentrated black and blue fruits—blackberry, plum and mulberry.
Spice, mocha and savoury elements—olive, black tea and graphite—interweave with polished oak, creating depth and balance.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Velvety and structured, with fine, ripe tannins providing a seamless framework.
The finish is long and powerful, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a savoury mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A premium Barossa/Eden Valley Shiraz blend—powerful yet controlled, combining richness with elegance.
Shows superb balance between fruit intensity, structure and freshness, making it both impressive now and suitable for cellaring.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, beef fillet, slow-cooked meats or rich barbecue dishes. Also excellent with aged cheeses and hearty winter meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive, flagship-style Shiraz that delivers depth, polish and class.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium, high-impact red that will impress serious wine drinkers—powerful, refined and built to age.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷