TASTING NOTES FOR John Duval Entity Shiraz Barossa Valley South Australia 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby with an inky core. Dense and насыщated, showing power and concentration.

👃 Aromas
Highly aromatic and complex, showing blackberry, blood plum and dark cherry.
Notes of violet, liquorice and spice are layered with hints of bay leaf, pepper and subtle oak.

👅 Palate
Rich and beautifully structured, delivering ripe dark berry fruits—blackberry, plum and blueberry.
A plush, velvety core is balanced by fresh acidity and fine spice, with layers of savoury complexity building through the palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Full-bodied with polished, fine-grained tannins.
The finish is long, powerful and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, spice and a savoury edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Barossa Shiraz—bold, concentrated and impeccably balanced.
Combines old-vine intensity with elegance and structure, delivering both immediate appeal and excellent cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, roast lamb, slow-cooked beef or game dishes. Also excellent with hard cheeses and rich, hearty meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Shiraz that delivers depth, polish and classic Barossa power.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium red that overdelivers on richness, structure and long-term drinking potential.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷