TASTING NOTES FOR Seppeltsfield Bench Blends No. EC4 Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2018

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with a dark ruby core. Dense and насыщive, showing excellent colour intensity and Barossa richness.

👃 Aromas
Complex and lifted, with cassis, blackberry and dark plum.
Layers of cedar, spice, earthy notes and subtle oak integrate beautifully, giving a classic Cabernet-Shiraz aromatic profile.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and richly textured, delivering bramble berry fruits with generous dark fruit depth from the Shiraz component.
Cabernet brings structure and definition, while Shiraz adds richness, spice and plushness across the palate.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Fine, structured tannins provide a polished framework.
The finish is long and savoury, with persistent dark fruit, spice and a subtle mineral edge, balanced by fresh acidity.

🍇 Overall Style
A classic Barossa Cabernet Shiraz blend—rich, structured and beautifully integrated.
Combines Cabernet’s backbone and aromatics with Shiraz’s generosity and depth, delivering both power and balance.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled steak, roast lamb, slow-cooked beef or hearty winter dishes. Also excellent with aged cheeses and rich, savoury meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A seriously impressive Barossa blend that delivers depth, structure and drinkability in equal measure.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a premium, crowd-pleasing red that offers both classic style and modern polish—built to impress now or cellar for added complexity.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷