TASTING NOTES FOR Tim Adams Aberfeldy Shiraz Clare Valley South Australia 2016

🍷 Appearance
Deep magenta with a vibrant, rich core. Dense and powerful, reflecting concentration from an exceptional Clare Valley vintage.

👃 Aromas
Intense and layered, with dark berries, black cherry and ripe plum. Rich notes of chocolate, clove, nutmeg and vanilla from extended oak maturation add depth and complexity.

👅 Palate
Full-bodied and commanding, delivering concentrated dark berry and plum flavours. Layers of mocha, spice and savoury oak unfold across the palate, supported by firm yet refined tannins that give structure and longevity.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Powerful yet polished, with fine-grained tannins and a seamless mouthfeel. The finish is long and persistent, carrying dark fruit, spice and oak with impressive balance and finesse.

🍇 Overall Style
A flagship Clare Valley Shiraz—bold, structured and age-worthy. Combines richness and power with elegance and precision, showcasing one of the region’s standout vintages.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with premium cuts of beef, slow-cooked lamb, venison or rich braised dishes. Also excellent with aged cheeses. Decanting recommended to fully раскры its complexity.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A serious, cellar-worthy Shiraz that delivers depth, structure and outstanding pedigree.
Perfect for premium mixed dozens where you want a flagship Clare Valley red that overdelivers now and will reward long-term cellaring.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷