TASTING NOTES FOR Whistling Duck Shiraz South Eastern Australia 2024
🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with vibrant crimson highlights and subtle purple hues. Bright and inviting in the glass, displaying excellent colour intensity and youthful freshness.
👃 Aromas
Rich and expressive, with inviting aromas of ripe blackberries, juicy plums and dark cherries. Attractive notes of black pepper, liquorice and gentle spice add complexity, while subtle hints of dark chocolate, vanilla and soft oak provide additional warmth and character.
👅 Palate
Smooth, generous and beautifully approachable, delivering flavours of ripe blackberries, dark plums and juicy red berries. Layers of gentle peppery spice, subtle liquorice and dark chocolate complement the vibrant fruit, while soft, rounded tannins and balanced acidity provide structure and freshness. A wonderfully enjoyable Shiraz with plenty of fruit flavour and an appealing, easy-drinking character.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with a smooth, velvety texture and soft, supple tannins. The finish is mellow, balanced and satisfying, with lingering dark berry fruits, gentle spice and a subtle touch of chocolate.
🍇 Overall Style
A classic, fruit-driven Australian Shiraz that combines generous dark berry flavours with gentle spice and a smooth, approachable structure. Well-balanced, flavoursome and wonderfully versatile, offering the richness and character of Shiraz without excessive weight. An excellent choice for relaxed everyday enjoyment.
🍽️ Food Pairing
An excellent accompaniment to grilled steaks, barbecued sausages, roast lamb and hearty beef casseroles. Equally enjoyable with gourmet burgers, wood-fired pizzas, spaghetti bolognese, slow-cooked meats or a selection of mature cheeses.
🥂 BBD Verdict
A terrific everyday Australian Shiraz that delivers generous blackberry and plum flavours, attractive spice and beautifully smooth tannins. Approachable, flavoursome and easy to enjoy, this is a wonderfully versatile red wine suited to casual entertaining, family meals or simply relaxing with a satisfying glass of Shiraz. An excellent addition to any mixed or straight dozen from Better Buy The Dozen.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷