TASTING NOTES FOR Trentham River Retreat Shiraz Murray Darling New South Wales 2021

🍷 Appearance
Deep red with a vibrant purple hue. Bright and youthful, showing good colour intensity.

👃 Aromas
Rich and inviting. Dark berries and ripe plum lead, with hints of chocolate and subtle spice.
There’s a soft, sweet-fruited lift that makes the nose immediately appealing.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and fruit-driven.
Juicy dark cherry and plum flavours flow across the palate, supported by gentle spice and a touch of savoury oak.
Soft, rounded and very approachable in style.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky and smooth with soft tannins.
The finish is clean and satisfying, with lingering dark fruit and subtle chocolate notes.

🍇 Overall Style
An easy-drinking Australian Shiraz—soft, generous and fruit-forward.
Built for immediate enjoyment, with balance, approachability and broad appeal.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with pizza, grilled meats, sausages or barbecue dishes. A great match for casual meals and entertaining.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A cracking everyday Shiraz—smooth, juicy and incredible value.
Perfect for mixed dozens where you want a reliable, crowd-pleasing red that overdelivers for the price.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷