TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Baudinet Mataro Clare Valley South Australia 2015

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson red with dark ruby hues. Rich and concentrated in the glass with impressive depth and maturity.

👃 Aromas
Powerful and complex, revealing dark plum, blackberry and black cherry layered with liquorice, spice, dried herbs and earthy savoury notes. Hints of smoked meat, dark chocolate and subtle oak add further complexity.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured, delivering dense dark berry fruit flavours supported by savoury spice, black olive and earthy undertones. The palate is bold yet balanced, with excellent structure and impressive concentration throughout.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Firm, velvety tannins provide structure and drive, while the finish is long, savoury and persistent with lingering dark fruit, spice and subtle gamey complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Clare Valley Mataro showing depth, savoury richness and old-world character. Powerful yet refined, this is a beautifully matured red with excellent complexity and cellar appeal.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Ideal with slow-cooked lamb, braised beef, game meats, smoky barbecue dishes or mature hard cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A serious and character-filled Mataro offering richness, savoury complexity and outstanding depth. A superb option for lovers of full-bodied Australian reds and a standout inclusion in a premium mixed dozen.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷