TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Covenant Shiraz Clare Valley South Australia 2016

🍷 Appearance
Deep, opaque crimson with a near-black core. Powerful and concentrated in the glass with exceptional depth and intensity.

👃 Aromas
Highly expressive and complex, showing ripe blackberry, dark plum and blueberry layered with dark chocolate, liquorice and black pepper spice. Notes of cedar, smoked meats, mocha and subtle earthy undertones add further sophistication and depth.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured, delivering intense black fruit flavours of plum, mulberry and blackberry supported by layers of spice, dark chocolate and savoury oak. The palate is bold and concentrated yet beautifully balanced, showing remarkable richness and refinement.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Velvety tannins provide impressive structure and polish, while balanced acidity keeps the wine focused and vibrant. The finish is long, powerful and persistent with lingering dark fruits, spice and savoury complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A commanding Clare Valley Shiraz combining richness, depth and elegance. Intensely flavoured and beautifully structured, this is a serious cellar-worthy wine showcasing the power and character of premium Australian Shiraz.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with chargrilled ribeye steak, slow-roasted lamb shoulder, braised beef cheeks or rich game dishes.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A magnificent Clare Valley Shiraz offering outstanding concentration, structure and complexity. A standout premium red for collectors and Shiraz lovers, and an exceptional addition to a top-tier mixed dozen.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷