TASTING NOTES FOR Coriole Lloyd Reserve Shiraz McLaren Vale South Australia 2018

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson to inky purple. Dense and powerful in the glass, showing intensity and concentration.

👃 Aromas
Rich and layered, with ripe blackberry, mulberry and dark plum. Complex notes of dark chocolate, spice, licorice and subtle savoury elements—hints of soy, earth and oak adding depth.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and commanding, delivering concentrated dark fruit flavours of blackberry, black cherry and plum. Layers of spice, cocoa and subtle pepper unfold, supported by beautifully integrated oak and structure.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Plush and powerful with fine, well-structured tannins. The texture is rich yet controlled, finishing long, smooth and persistent with lingering dark fruit, spice and savoury complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship McLaren Vale Shiraz—deep, powerful and age-worthy. Combines old-vine intensity with elegance and structure, offering both immediate impact and long-term cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium cuts of beef, slow-cooked lamb, game dishes or rich braised meats. Also excellent with aged cheddar or hard cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A serious, cellar-worthy Shiraz that delivers depth, power and finesse in equal measure. A premium inclusion for straight dozens or to elevate any Better Buy The Dozen mixed selection.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷