TASTING NOTES FOR Langmeil The Freedom 1843 Shiraz Barossa Valley South Australia 2019

🍷 Appearance
Deep, inky crimson with purple hues. Dense and powerful in the glass, reflecting the concentration from some of the oldest Shiraz vines in the world.

👃 Aromas
Intense and complex, showing ripe Satsuma plum, blackberry and blackcurrant layered with mocha, vanilla and savoury notes. Hints of cedar, clove and sweet spice add depth and classic Barossa character.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured, delivering plush dark fruits—plum, mulberry and blackcurrant—with remarkable depth and concentration. The fruit is beautifully balanced by savoury spice and fine oak, creating a harmonious and layered palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky, integrated tannins provide structure without heaviness. The finish is long, powerful and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, cedar, spice and a subtle earthy edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Barossa Shiraz of pedigree and history—crafted from vines dating back to 1843. This is a wine of immense concentration, balance and elegance, built for long-term cellaring and showcasing the very best of old-vine Barossa fruit.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium cuts of beef, lamb, venison or slow-cooked dishes. Also exceptional with rich game meats or aged hard cheeses where its depth and structure can shine.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A true icon wine—powerful, historic and beautifully composed. A premium showpiece for any Better Buy The Dozen mixed dozen, delivering world-class Barossa Shiraz pedigree and serious cellar potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷