TASTING NOTES FOR Best’s Thomson Family Shiraz Great Western Victoria 2017

🍷 Appearance
Very deep ruby with a bright, luminous edge. Dense yet vibrant, showing both concentration and finesse typical of old-vine Shiraz.

👃 Aromas
Complex and evolving, opening with red flowers, crushed peppercorn, fennel and charcuterie.
Layers of dark cherry, blackberry, cocoa and spice build beautifully with air, delivering remarkable aromatic depth.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied yet poised, with a seamless flow of dark cherry, blackberry and plum fruit.
A fine thread of spice and savoury complexity runs through the palate, supported by exceptional balance and purity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and refined with ultra-fine, persistent tannins.
The finish is incredibly long and layered, with lingering spice, dark fruit and savoury nuance that carries for minutes.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark cool-climate Shiraz—elegant, complex and built for long-term cellaring.
Sourced from historic vines planted in 1868, this wine combines power with grace, delivering one of Australia’s most revered expressions of Shiraz.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium beef, venison, lamb or game dishes.
Also exceptional with aged cheeses or rich, slow-cooked meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A truly iconic Australian Shiraz—layered, refined and built to age gracefully.
Perfect for premium mixed dozens—a flagship wine that adds prestige, depth and serious cellar potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷