TASTING NOTES FOR Pierre D’Amour Syrah Australia 2017

🍷 Appearance
Deep ruby red with a dark, youthful core. Bright and inviting, showing good colour intensity in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Rich and expressive, with dark berry fruits—blackberry and plum—leading the nose.
Spicy notes of clove and subtle oak add warmth and complexity.

👅 Palate
Generous and smooth, delivering ripe plum, cherry and dark berry flavours.
A touch of elegance runs through the palate, with balanced fruit, tannin and oak working seamlessly together.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Medium-bodied with a silky, refined texture.
Soft, balanced tannins lead to a smooth finish, with lingering dark fruit and gentle spice.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Australian Syrah—fruit-forward, smooth and highly approachable.
Combines richness with softness, making it an easy-drinking yet polished red.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled meats, slow-cooked lamb, beef stews or barbecue dishes. Also excellent with hearty pasta and winter comfort food.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously reliable Shiraz that delivers plush fruit, spice and smooth drinkability.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a versatile, crowd-pleasing red that ticks all the boxes—flavour, balance and value.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷