🍷 Appearance
Deep, inky crimson with dark purple hues and a dense core in the glass, reflecting the concentration typical of this powerful Barossa Valley Shiraz.
👃 Aroma (Nose)
Intense aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry dominate the bouquet. Layers of liquorice, roasted meats, mocha and spice add complexity, with subtle notes of cedar and dark chocolate from oak maturation.
👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured with concentrated flavours of blackberry, dark forest fruits and plum. Savoury notes of espresso, cocoa, spice and earthy undertones build through the mid-palate, delivering impressive depth and Barossa intensity.
⚖️ Structure
Powerful yet balanced with muscular, fine-grained tannins and well-integrated oak. The wine carries significant fruit weight while maintaining freshness and structure typical of single-block Barossa Shiraz.
🔚 Finish
Long, bold and persistent with lingering dark berry fruit, chocolate and savoury spice. The finish is structured and powerful, suggesting excellent cellaring potential.
🍇 Overall Style
A bold and concentrated Barossa Valley Shiraz sourced from a single hillside block. “The Beast” is renowned for its intensity, dark fruit richness and firm tannin structure—delivering a powerful yet polished expression of Barossa Shiraz.
🍽️ Food Pairing
Ideal with slow-braised beef, roast lamb shoulder, venison, barbecue ribs or rich mushroom dishes.
Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen
