TASTING NOTES FOR Wicks Estate Shiraz Adelaide Hills South Australia 2023

🍷 Appearance
Deep crimson with vibrant purple hues. Bright and youthful, showing classic cool-climate intensity.

👃 Aromas
Lifted and perfumed, with dark cherry, blackberry and plum.
Florals and white pepper spice add elegance, alongside subtle hints of oak and savoury complexity.

👅 Palate
Medium-bodied and beautifully balanced, delivering dark cherry and black fruit flavours with impressive purity.
Cool-climate spice and a touch of pepper bring lift and freshness, while the fruit remains lush and expressive.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky yet structured, with fine, grippy tannins providing shape and length.
The finish is dry, refined and persistent, with lingering spice and bright fruit energy.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Adelaide Hills Shiraz—elegant, perfumed and finely structured.
Showcases the region’s hallmark balance of bright fruit, spice and finesse rather than sheer power, delivering a more refined expression of Shiraz.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with lamb, grilled meats, roast vegetables or hearty pasta dishes.
Also excellent with charcuterie or slow-cooked winter meals.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A standout cool-climate Shiraz that delivers elegance, spice and serious drinkability.
Perfect for mixed dozens—a refined step up that adds structure and class to any selection.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷