TASTING NOTES FOR Calabria Saint Petri Grenache Shiraz Mataro Barossa Valley South Australia 2017

🍷 Appearance
Medium ruby red with vibrant cherry hues. Bright and expressive, showing elegance rather than heavy extraction.

👃 Aromas
Fragrant and layered, with red cherry, strawberry and raspberry at the core. Subtle spice, dried herbs and a touch of savoury olive complexity sit alongside gentle oak.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied with a beautifully balanced GSM profile. Juicy red fruits—cherry and raspberry—flow through the palate, supported by savoury notes of spice, thyme and a hint of earthy richness. The Shiraz adds plushness, while Mataro brings depth and savoury structure.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and rounded with fine, velvety tannins. The finish is smooth and persistent, with red fruit sweetness, spice and a savoury edge lingering nicely.

🍇 Overall Style
A refined Barossa GSM—elegant, savoury and seamlessly balanced. Shows restraint compared to typical Barossa richness, with a more medium-bodied, food-friendly style and excellent drinkability.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with slow-cooked lamb, beef dishes, cassoulet or osso bucco. Also excellent with chargrilled meats or hearty Mediterranean-style dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A classy, savoury GSM that delivers balance, texture and serious drinkability.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium Barossa blend that offers both richness and elegance without being over the top.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷