TASTING NOTES FOR Kilikanoon Oracle Shiraz 2016

🍷 Appearance
Deep, inky ruby with a near-black core and vibrant crimson highlights. Powerful and commanding in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Intensely complex and opulent, with blackberry, dark plum and black cherry layered over liquorice, cocoa and spice. Notes of truffle, black olive, pepper and smoky French oak add serious depth and intrigue.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly concentrated, delivering waves of dark berries, plum and mulberry. Savoury elements of charcuterie, dark chocolate and spice build through the palate, supported by beautifully balanced acidity and structure.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Velvety and luxurious, with fine, powdery tannins providing structure and length. The finish is long, layered and persistent, with lingering dark fruit, spice and savoury complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Clare Valley Shiraz—opulent, powerful and beautifully refined. Sourced from old vines and crafted with precision, it showcases both intensity and elegance, with excellent cellaring potential.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium cuts of beef, slow-cooked lamb, venison or rich game dishes. Also exceptional with aged hard cheeses or as a standalone statement wine.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A world-class Shiraz—rich, layered and seriously impressive.
A prestige pick for mixed dozens when only the very best will do.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷