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🍷 Appearance

Midnight black to inky purple in the glass with a luminous crimson rim. The colour is dense and concentrated, reflecting the intensity of fruit from old Barossa Valley vines.

👃 Aroma (Nose)

Intense aromas of blackberry, cassis and ripe plum leap from the glass. Layers of cedar, vanilla, spice and espresso intertwine with hints of dark chocolate and black olive, creating a powerful yet complex bouquet.

👅 Palate

Full-bodied and richly layered with flavours of black plum, blackberry and dark cherry. The palate reveals notes of mocha, nutmeg and clove with savoury undertones, delivering both richness and freshness.

⚖️ Structure

Powerful yet refined with fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity. The wine is matured for around 16 months in new oak hogsheads (mostly French), giving structure while maintaining fruit purity.

🔚 Finish

Long, mouth-filling and persistent with lingering dark berry fruit, licorice and espresso notes. The finish is firm, structured and built for long ageing.

🍇 Overall Style

A flagship Barossa Valley Shiraz sourced from 50–130-year-old vines in the Ebenezer sub-region. The 2019 vintage is known for its exceptional balance of concentration, freshness and polish, with critics scoring it around 96 points and recommending cellaring through 2040.

🍽️ Food Pairing

Perfect with slow-braised beef, venison, roast lamb shoulder, barbecue ribs or aged cheddar.

Cheers

Peter Turnbull

Better Buy The Dozen