TASTING NOTES FOR John Duval Annexus Mataro Barossa Valley South Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep, inky ruby with a dark core. Dense and насыщated, reflecting its old-vine intensity.

👃 Aromas
Powerful and complex, showing dark plum, blackberry and mulberry.
Layers of violet, rose, spice and smoky earth combine with hints of liquorice and savoury game notes.

👅 Palate
Rich and concentrated, delivering black plum, blueberry and blackberry fruits.
Savoury elements of amaro, spice and earth build through the palate, supported by well-defined tannins and impressive depth.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Full-bodied with firm, structured tannins and a layered mouthfeel.
The finish is long, powerful and savoury, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a distinctive mineral edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A serious Barossa Mataro—bold, structured and deeply expressive.
Showcases old-vine intensity with savoury complexity, earthy character and excellent ageing potential from an outstanding vintage.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-braised lamb, beef cheeks, game meats or rich stews. Also excellent with hard cheeses and chargrilled dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A premium, cellar-worthy red that delivers power, structure and serious complexity.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a statement wine—something bold, savoury and built to impress both now and over time.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷