TASTING NOTES FOR Calabria Three Bridges Durif 2023

🍷 Appearance
Intense deep crimson with vibrant purple hues. Dense and inky in the glass, showing serious colour concentration.

👃 Aromas
Rich and powerful, with blood plum, blackberry and dark chocolate leading the nose. Layers of toasty American oak, vanilla and subtle spice add depth and warmth.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and bold, delivering ripe black fruits—blackberry, plum and dark cherry—wrapped in chocolate, vanilla and sweet spice. The wine is intense and mouth-filling, with classic Durif richness and power.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm and structured with pronounced tannins. The finish is long, warm and robust, with lingering dark fruit, coconut and vanillin oak notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Riverina Durif—big, bold and unapologetically full-flavoured. Known for its deep colour, high tannins and ageing potential, this is a wine built for lovers of powerful reds.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked beef, braised lamb shanks, barbecue meats or rich stews. Also excellent with aged cheddar or bold, flavourful dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A powerhouse Durif—rich, intense and packed with flavour.
Perfect for mixed dozens when you want a bold, full-throttle red that overdelivers.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷