TASTING NOTES FOR Philip Shaw No. 89 Shiraz Orange New South Wales 2017

🍷 Appearance
Deep garnet red with a refined ruby edge. Showing some early maturity while retaining brightness and clarity.

👃 Aromas
Perfumed and complex, with dark cherry, ripe plum and blackberry.
Layers of spice—clove, nutmeg and cracked pepper—combine with subtle earthy undertones and a hint of oak.

👅 Palate
Elegant and finely balanced, delivering vibrant dark fruit flavours supported by spice and savoury notes.
A touch of co-fermented Viognier adds softness and aromatic lift, enhancing the wine’s finesse and harmony.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with fine, savoury tannins.
Smooth and composed, with excellent length—finishing with lingering spice, dark fruit and a gentle earthy complexity.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Orange cool-climate Shiraz—elegant, spiced and intricately balanced.
More refined than bold, showing finesse, structure and the ability to reward with time in the cellar.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled lamb, slow-cooked beef, venison or pepper-crusted steak. Also excellent with rich, savoury dishes and aged cheeses.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive, step-up Shiraz—elegant, layered and beautifully composed.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium cool-climate red that delivers finesse, complexity and real drinkability.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷