TASTING NOTES FOR Clonakilla O’Riada Shiraz Canberra District 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby with a vibrant purple edge. Bright and youthful, showing excellent colour depth and clarity.

👃 Aromas
Highly aromatic and complex, with blackberry, dark cherry and plum layered over raspberry and subtle violet lift. Notes of white pepper, spice, dried herbs and a touch of savoury earthiness add classic Clonakilla character.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully poised, delivering red and dark fruits—black cherry, plum and raspberry—woven with spice and fine oak. Fresh acidity gives energy and drive, while finely structured tannins provide balance and length.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and refined with elegant, fine-grained tannins. The finish is long and persistent, showing layers of dark fruit, spice and a savoury, peppery edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic cool-climate Shiraz—elegant, perfumed and finely structured. Combines purity of fruit with spice and savoury complexity, sitting just below the flagship in power but delivering serious quality and drinkability.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, duck, grilled meats or slow-cooked dishes. Also pairs beautifully with mushroom-based dishes and aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously classy Shiraz—refined, expressive and beautifully balanced.
A standout for mixed dozens when you want premium cool-climate style without stepping all the way up to flagship pricing.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷