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NOTES
Sourced exclusively from sloped vineyards around the north and west of the Barossa, sub-regions which yield small crops of exceptionally concentrated berries. The northern sites of Kalimna and Ebenezer contribute juicy dark fruit and rich mocha flavours, while western sites such as Seppeltsfield give Blackwell it's muscular, brooding structure.
TASTING NOTES
Deep purple (almost black) in colour, the nose is a mix of fruitcake, dark chocolate, plum, hints of cherries and mocha. It is opulent yet refined all at the same time. The palate is a beautiful expression of Barossa Shiraz with warm chocolate, mocha, plums and spice tannins to finish. This really blew me away.
REVIEWS
Delivers immediate intensity from the first sip, blackberry fruit enhanced by nuances of licorice; has tremendous vitality and thrust to the long palate and finish. Drink no to 2026. 96 points James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2009
There’s a lot going on in the inky depths with black raspberry and dark cherries, liquorice, pepper, spice and toasty roast coconut macaroon oak in support (certainly not the lead role). Rich and deeply fruited but fresh and vigorous with a mix of red and black fruits, chocolate, aniseed, new leather and spicy flavours. It has plentiful firm fine grained tannins and a long dry finish. A superb expression of Barossa Shiraz. Drink : 2009 - 2018+ 95 points Gary Walsh, Winorama
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