TASTING NOTES FOR Elderton Command Shiraz Barossa Valley South Australia 2022

🍷 Appearance
Deep inky crimson with a near-black core, dense and powerful in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Intense aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry layered with dark chocolate, espresso, liquorice and premium oak spice. Complex and highly expressive.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly concentrated, delivering powerful flavours of ripe black fruits, plum compote and mulberry supported by notes of mocha, spice and finely integrated oak. The palate is deep, structured and exceptionally balanced.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm yet velvety tannins provide outstanding structure and longevity. The finish is long, polished and persistent with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice and premium oak complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Barossa Valley Shiraz that is bold, layered and cellar-worthy. Combining richness, power and refinement, this is a commanding Australian Shiraz built for long-term enjoyment.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium beef, roast lamb, venison, slow-cooked rich dishes and aged hard cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A superb premium Shiraz delivering exceptional concentration, structure and classic Barossa intensity. An outstanding choice for premium mixed dozens and collectors seeking a powerful cellar-worthy red.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen