TASTING NOTES FOR Pedestal Shiraz Margaret River Western Australia 2024

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with vibrant purple highlights, showing youthful intensity and concentration in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Expressive aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry are layered with notes of black pepper, liquorice, dark chocolate and subtle oak spice.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with generous flavours of ripe black fruits, mulberry and plum. Hints of mocha, spice and savoury complexity add depth, while Margaret River’s maritime influence brings balance and freshness to the palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Fine, velvety tannins provide excellent structure and mouthfeel. The finish is long and polished, with lingering dark fruit, spice and subtle oak characters.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Margaret River Shiraz that combines richness and power with elegance and regional refinement. Fruit-driven yet structured, it delivers impressive balance and drinkability.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, chargrilled steak, slow-cooked beef, barbecue dishes, venison and aged hard cheeses.

🍷 BBD Verdict
A beautifully crafted Shiraz showcasing the depth and elegance of Margaret River. Rich, smooth and packed with flavour, it offers excellent drinking now while retaining the structure to reward short to medium-term cellaring.

Cheers Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷