TASTING NOTES FOR Whistling Duck Shiraz South Eastern Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with ruby hues. Bright and youthful with good depth in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and generous, showing raspberry preserve and ripe plum.
Hints of pepper spice and vanilla add warmth and subtle complexity.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and fruit-driven, delivering juicy red berries, raspberry and plum flavours.
Soft and approachable, with a gentle sweetness of fruit balanced by light spice.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and supple with soft, silky tannins.
The finish is clean, rounded and easy-drinking, with lingering red fruit notes.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic easy-drinking Australian Shiraz—ripe, soft and fruit-forward.
Designed for immediate enjoyment with broad appeal and excellent value.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with BBQ meats, burgers, pizza or pasta.
Also great with casual weeknight meals or enjoyed on its own.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Shiraz that delivers plenty of flavour for the price.
Ideal for mixed dozens—easy, approachable and consistently enjoyable.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷