TASTING NOTES FOR Willows Bonesetter Shiraz Barossa Valley South Australia 2020

🍷 Appearance
Impenetrable inky black with a deep crimson edge. Dense, powerful and commanding in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Intense and complex, with dark plum, blackberry and black cherry leading the nose.
Layers of liquorice, dark chocolate, clove and cedary oak add richness and sophistication.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, delivering a surge of black fruit, plum and liquorice.
Rich and powerful, with mocha, spice and savoury oak building depth and structure across the palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Voluptuous and plush, supported by fine-grained tannins that provide structure without heaviness.
The finish is long, layered and persistent, with dark fruit, spice and oak lingering beautifully.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Barossa Shiraz—bold, powerful and multi-layered.
Combines intensity, richness and refinement, with excellent cellaring potential for those who can wait.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked beef, barbecued ribs, lamb shanks or rich, hearty dishes. Also excellent with aged cheddar.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A serious, premium Barossa Shiraz that delivers power, depth and complexity in spades.
A standout for premium straight dozens or top-tier mixed dozens where you want to impress.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷