drinks' panel of judges recently tasted and reviewed over 150 shiraz wines from across the country. A total of 32 were selected to put forward as recommended wines for venues and retailers to stock, each offering fantastic value, flavour and quality. Many of these drops don’t retail for a cent over $30.
Below are the pick of the top ten South Australian shiraz wines.
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THE JUDGES
Ashley Pini
Publishing Editor, Hip Media
Kati Vainionpää
Marketing Officer – Asia Pacific, Wine Australia
Michael Hatcher
Sales and Marketing Manager,
Michael Quirk
Wine Educator, McWilliam’s Wines
Travis Fuller
Marketing Manager – Hardys, Accolade Wines
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Shingleback Haycutters Shiraz 2015
Region: McLaren Vale
RRP: $17.99
Distributor: (Coles exclusive)
Tasting note: A nicely perfumed nose of blackberry and strawberry and hints of milk chocolate. A palate of vibrant black and red berry flavours, plus chewy tannins, good acid and freshness.
Hardys Brave New World Shiraz Black 2015
Region: McLaren Vale
RRP: $20
Distributor: Accolade Wines
Tasting note: A plush and pleasant wine with blackberry flavour, good tannins, structure and length. Great value.
Yalumba Triangle Block Shiraz 2013
Region: Eden Valley
RRP: $20
Distributor: Samuel Smith & Son
Tasting note: Meaty and musty aromas lead to a bright and fresh palate of raspberry and blackcurrant flavours and youthful tannins.
Richard Hamilton Little Road Shiraz 2015
Region: McLaren Vale
RRP: $21
Distributor: Leconfield Wines
Tasting note: A plummy note on the nose, followed by a nice dry, linear style of shiraz that will age well.
Brockenchack Zip Line Shiraz 2015
Region: Eden Valley
RRP: $24
Distributor: Brockenchack Wines
Tasting note: An excellent wine with sweet plum jam aromas and soft, round, mouthwatering fruit flavours and a touch of spice. Very well made and balanced.
Artwine The Kelly Surrender Shiraz 2014
Region: Clare Valley
RRP: $30
Distributor: Estate Wines – NSW/QLD/VIC, Artwine – all other states
Tasting note: Aromas of mulberry and violet lead to a palate of full flavoured, bright and complex fruit with soft tannins.
Yalumba Paradox Shiraz 2014
Region: Barossa Valley
RRP: $43
Distributor: Samuel Smith & Son
Tasting note: A touch of spice on the aroma and lovely, dense berry fruit on the palate with soft, rounded tannins.
St. Hugo Barossa Shiraz 2014
Region: Barossa Valley
RRP: $54.99
Distributor: Pernod Ricard Winemakers
Tasting note: A very dense and rich wine. On the nose, there is a ripe cherry note with lifted oak to support. The palate has dense fruit flavours, big tannins and a long finish.
Bleasdale Powder Monkey Shiraz 2014
Region: Langhorne Creek
RRP: $65
Distributor: Negociants Australia
Tasting note: A nose reminiscent of Grandma’s spice cupboard. This wine has a generous and gentle, savoury palate with hints of tar.
Richard Hamilton Centurion 123 Year Old Vine Shiraz 2015
Region: McLaren Vale
RRP: $80
Distributor: Leconfield Wines
Tasting note: A wine full of life, spice, freshness and excellent dark red fruit, with a very long finish.
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