TASTING NOTES FOR Castelli The Sum Shiraz Great Southern Western Australia 2022
🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with vibrant crimson hues and subtle purple highlights. Rich and inviting in the glass, displaying excellent colour intensity and youthful vibrancy.
👃 Aromas
Lifted and expressive, with inviting aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries and juicy plums. Attractive notes of black pepper, liquorice and warm spice add complexity, while subtle hints of dark chocolate, cedar and savoury oak provide additional depth and character.
👅 Palate
Rich, generous and beautifully balanced, delivering flavours of ripe blackberry, dark plum and black cherry. Layers of peppery spice, dark chocolate and subtle liquorice complement the vibrant fruit, while fine, supple tannins and refreshing acidity provide excellent structure. A lovely combination of fruit intensity, elegance and cool-climate finesse.
🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium to full-bodied with a smooth, velvety texture and beautifully integrated tannins. The finish is long, balanced and satisfying, with lingering dark berry fruits, gentle spice and a subtle savoury character.
🍇 Overall Style
An elegant and expressive Great Southern Shiraz that combines generous dark fruit flavours with the freshness and refinement associated with Western Australia’s cooler wine-growing regions. Beautifully balanced and approachable, offering richness, complexity and excellent drinking appeal without excessive weight.
🍽️ Food Pairing
An excellent match with grilled lamb cutlets, slow-roasted beef, barbecued steaks and hearty casseroles. Equally enjoyable with roast duck, mushroom risotto, gourmet sausages, wood-fired pizzas or a selection of mature cheeses.
🥂 BBD Verdict
A wonderfully appealing Western Australian Shiraz that delivers generous dark berry fruit, attractive spice and beautifully balanced tannins. The Great Southern region’s cool-climate influence provides freshness and elegance, making this a particularly enjoyable and versatile red wine. An excellent choice for Shiraz lovers seeking richness without heaviness, and a terrific addition to any mixed or straight dozen from Better Buy The Dozen.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷