TASTING NOTES FOR Clonakilla Shiraz Hilltops 2023

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby with vibrant purple hues. Bright and youthful with excellent colour intensity.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and complex, showing blackberry, dark cherry and plum layered with raspberry freshness. Notes of black pepper, spice, dried herbs and a subtle savoury edge add depth and intrigue.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, delivering a mix of red and dark fruits—black cherry, plum and raspberry—supported by spice and gentle oak. Fresh acidity brings energy and precision, while fine tannins provide structure without heaviness.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and refined with smooth, integrated tannins. The finish is long and persistent, showing dark fruit, spice and a gentle savoury note.

🍇 Overall Style
A benchmark cool-climate Shiraz—elegant, expressive and finely structured. Combines purity of fruit with spice and savoury complexity, offering immediate drinkability with the ability to cellar over the medium term.

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

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Shiraz that delivers elegance, spice and drinkability in equal measure.
A must-have for mixed dozens when you want to step up into premium territory without blowing the budget.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷