Barossa Valley
Barossa Valley is a renowned wine region located in South Australia, known for producing exceptional Shiraz, Grenache, and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. The region's warm climate and unique soil conditions provide ideal growing conditions for these grape varieties.
One of the most famous vineyards in Barossa Valley is the Penfolds Winery, known for its iconic red wines, including Grange Shiraz and Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices and is known for its focus on traditional winemaking techniques.
Another well-known vineyard in Barossa Valley is the Henschke Estate, which has been producing wines in the region since 1868. The estate produces a range of high-quality wines, including Hill of Grace Shiraz and Mount Edelstone Shiraz, and is known for its commitment to sustainable farming practices.
The Yalumba Winery is another famous vineyard in Barossa Valley, which has been producing wines in the region since 1849. The estate produces a range of high-quality wines, including The Signature Cabernet Shiraz blend and The Virgilius Viognier, and is committed to sustainable farming practices.
In addition to these famous vineyards, Barossa Valley is home to many other wineries that produce exceptional wines. The region is particularly known for its Shiraz wines, which are characterized by their full-bodied, ripe fruit flavors, and robust tannins.
Barossa Valley
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£124.13 |
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Agricola, Ebenezer Shiraz, Barossa Valley 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Barossa’s esteemed Shiraz heritage. Handcrafted by the renowned Agricola family, this wine hails from meticulously cultivated vineyards nestled in the heart of the Barossa Valley. The 2021 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, allowing the Shiraz grapes to develop intense flavours and vibrant acidity. Fermented in a combination of French and American oak barrels, the wine undergoes a careful aging process that enhances its complexity and structure. On the nose, Agricola, Ebenezer Shiraz reveals rich notes of blackberry, dark plum, and subtle hints of spice and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with layers of ripe fruit complemented by well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish. Perfectly balanced, this Shiraz is a testament to Agricola’s dedication to quality and tradition, making it an exceptional choice for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£123.98 |
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Agricola’s Flaxman Valley Shiraz 2021 epitomises the elegance and depth characteristic of the Barossa Valley. Cultivated in the esteemed Flaxman Valley, this Shiraz benefits from the region’s cool climate and well-drained soils, fostering grapes of exceptional purity and concentration. Agricola employs sustainable viticulture practices, meticulously hand-harvesting each cluster to ensure optimal ripeness. During vinification, traditional fermentation techniques are utilised, followed by ageing in French oak barrels, which impart subtle spice and vanilla nuances while preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit profile. On the palate, the 2021 vintage reveals a harmonious balance of dark berry flavours, integrated tannins, and a refined acidity, culminating in a long, elegant finish. The nose is adorned with aromas of black plum, blackberry, and hints of mocha, complemented by undertones of cedar and baking spices. Agricola’s Flaxman Valley Shiraz 2021 stands as a testament to their commitment to quality and the distinctive terroir of Barossa Valley. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£133.61 |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (DC) |
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£367.44 |
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Decanter (98)Delicate yet formidable, this wine’s dense, multiple layers of complex texture and flavour speak eloquently. There’s fresh raspberry and graphite, rhubarb and red earth, dark plum and ironstone, and a suggestion of sage and nutmeg among blackberry bite, caressed by fine tannins. Sourced from only 200 vines planted in the 1950s, this 0.27ha micro-terroir boasts red-brown earth over limestone with traces of iron, providing fruit of rare depth and concentration. More sensuous and ethereal that its raw-boned sibling Alkina Polygon 5, but their common characteristic is extraordinary length of the purest flavours. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (DC) |
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£545.16 |
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Decanter (98)Delicate yet formidable, this wine’s dense, multiple layers of complex texture and flavour speak eloquently. There’s fresh raspberry and graphite, rhubarb and red earth, dark plum and ironstone, and a suggestion of sage and nutmeg among blackberry bite, caressed by fine tannins. Sourced from only 200 vines planted in the 1950s, this 0.27ha micro-terroir boasts red-brown earth over limestone with traces of iron, providing fruit of rare depth and concentration. More sensuous and ethereal that its raw-boned sibling Alkina Polygon 5, but their common characteristic is extraordinary length of the purest flavours. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WFW) |
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£367.61 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WFW) |
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£551.41 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WFW) |
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£367.82 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WFW) |
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£479.74 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£359.23 |
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Vinous (93)(from vines reportedly between 85 and 115 years of age) Inky ruby. Spicy blackberry, cherry and dark chocolate on the nose, with complicating notes of espresso and dried violet. Cool and restrained, with a suave, silky tone to the dark fruit flavors and gentle acids bringing freshness and energy. Nothing overdone here. There's impressive clarity and length to the blackberry and blackcurrant flavors. Really gorgeous. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
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£284.75 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)From the estate's highest vineyard block situated on the eastern ridge of the Barossa foothills, and is a quite lovely example of shiraz grown in a temperate climate. It's medium-bodied, the bouquet full of spice, red fruits, rose petals and cherry blossom characters all translating straight to the long, supple palate. Tannins and oak are part of the backdrop, simply providing the finish of the wine. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£124.13 |
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Behold, the Charles Melton Nine Popes 2015, an embodiment of Australia's Barossa Valley's character and flair. This charismatic blend showcases its pedigree of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro, an ambitious homage to the famed Châteauneuf du Pape. Melton's dedication to old vine fruit, hand-pruning, and basket pressing culminates in a wine that is both powerful and graceful. Vintner, Charles Melton, renowned for forging the path in Barossa towards premium Grenache blends, began his eponymous winery in 1984. His prided 'Nine Popes' was first vinted in 1993 — a perfect testament to Melton’s commitment to quality and tradition. A wine with sublime balance, every vintage carries richness meshed with acidity, the 2015 vintage promising notes of red and dark fruits, a hint of spice, and an elegant, lingering finish. Prepared to awaken your palate, the Charles Melton Nine Popes 2015 truly is an exemplar of its kind, bringing a taste of the iconic Barossa straight to your glass. |
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South Australia | 2 | 95 (WA) |
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£426.02 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Deep garnet-black in color, the 2008 Hoffman Vineyard Shiraz has a seductive nose of prunes, dried mulberries, chocolate box and licorice with hints of sandalwood, incense, and cinnamon stick. The palate is bold and buxom, with a generously endowed full body and 17.5%-declared alcohol, with robust flavors to match and velvety tannins, finishing just a little warm. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£1,992.89 |
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Wine Advocate (97)"2013 was a dream year," Chris said. This 2013 Hoffmann Vineyard Shiraz is exceptional. It's monumentally big, but it shows finesse and detail in the mouth that transcends the alcohol and the omnipresent tannin. The tannins... they are ultra fine and totally marbled through the fruit. They drag the flavor out across the tongue—I can still taste it two minutes later. It's extraordinary. "We were in no hurry to pick the fruit—we were just waiting for structure and shape," Chris explained. This is kaleidoscopic and provides a 360-degree view of the wine in the mouth. The wine was matured for just under five years in wood. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WS) |
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£487.24 |
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Wine Spectator (97)Big and powerful, brimming with tarry, spicy black cherry, dark plum, blackberry and chocolate flavors. Rich and gooey like a warm flourless chocolate cake, yet it finds a plush balance that keeps it from veering off into heaviness. This has grace, harmony and refinement, without losing an ounce of power. Drink now through 2025. 600 cases imported. -HS |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
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£143.20 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Vibrant colour; saturated black fruits, fruitcake, licorice and an element of tar; terrific purity and drive, and despite the power, the palate is lithe and supple; complex, compelling and certainly representative of the very essence of the region. Cork. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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£580.40 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Very deep purple-black in color, the 2012 Amon Ra reveals intense notes of blackcurrant cordial, blackberry compote and licorice with nuances of cloves, allspice, chocolate box and salami as well as a whiff of espresso. The 100% Shiraz palate offers a beast of a wine that is densely packed with black fruit and baking spice flavors and is supported with firm, grainy tannins and crisp acid through to a finish with excellent persistence. Drink it 2015 to 2025+. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19 (MJ) |
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£97.87 |
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Matthew Jukes (19)This is a wine of outstanding refinement. Ben readily admits that the early vintages of Amon-Ra were supposed to shock international wine commentators with their scale and impact. They certainly achieved their aim, but Ben knew that Amon-Ra really needed ratcheting back and this vintage shows the results of his gradual finessing and adding of detail. Cooler and longer with beautiful balance, this is a wine which will be sure to impress all-comers as opposed to just lovers of massive Barrosan reds. Using 95% new French and 5% new American oak hogsheads this wine has swallowed this carpentry whole and it shimmers with refinement in the glass. It justifiably gains my highest ever score for this label. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19 (MJ) |
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£423.46 |
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Matthew Jukes (19)This is a wine of outstanding refinement. Ben readily admits that the early vintages of Amon-Ra were supposed to shock international wine commentators with their scale and impact. They certainly achieved their aim, but Ben knew that Amon-Ra really needed ratcheting back and this vintage shows the results of his gradual finessing and adding of detail. Cooler and longer with beautiful balance, this is a wine which will be sure to impress all-comers as opposed to just lovers of massive Barrosan reds. Using 95% new French and 5% new American oak hogsheads this wine has swallowed this carpentry whole and it shimmers with refinement in the glass. It justifiably gains my highest ever score for this label. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£405.20 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Certainly one of the best vintages of young Amon Ra I've ever tasted, the 2018 Amon Ra Shiraz is a stupendous effort. From old vines in the Ebenezer section of the northern Barossa, it starts off with a whirlwind of mocha, blackberry and dried spices, then actually gets more red-fruited as it sits in the glass. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated without being jammy or overdone, the wine finishes long and savory, framed by dusty tannins and mouthwatering black olives. Winemaker Ben Glaetzer compares 2018 to 2004 (which continues to drink well). Expect the 2018 to drink well young, but easily age through 2035, perhaps longer. |
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South Australia | 2 | 96+ (WA) |
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£401.23 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)The 2019 Amon Ra Shiraz is 100% Shiraz and 100% from the 2019 vintage, as Ben Glaetzer felt it—unlike many previous vintages—didn't need to be freshened with a small proportion of younger wine. From old vines in the Ebenezer district of the northern Barossa Valley, it offers classic notes of blackberries and spice, framed by hints of cedar and vanilla (it's aged in 100% new oak hogsheads, mostly French). It's full-bodied yet crisp, supple but tight and really long. Offering lovely dark fruit, hints of espresso and black olive, it finishes mouthwatering and firm. Give it some time in the cellar and drink it from 2025 – 2040. |
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South Australia | 3 | 97 (WA) |
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£375.58 |
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Wine Advocate (97)I've looked at this wine many times over the years, almost exclusively as an older/cellared wine. The impact it has made is strong, and so it is through this lens that I now view this 2020 Amon Ra Shiraz. This year's Amon-Ra is concentrated, dense and absolutely, utterly saturated with flavor. The fruit that spirals within the bounds of the firm tannins is fleshy and pure, and with the knowledge that the wine sails through the decade with noiseless grace, it is all the more impressive in its infancy now. A brilliant wine—all ductile and proud. Yes. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£443.98 |
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Wine Advocate (97)For the 2018 Anaperenna Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon, Glaetzer blended in 18% Cabernet Sauvignon to give the wine increased fragrance and length. The nose is smoky, slightly herbal and marked by sweet cedar- and vanilla-tinged oak, but it also offers great cassis and blackberry fruit. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, the flavors are kept nicely in check by fine-grained tannins. This wine has it all: terrific intensity, complexity, length and texture. |
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South Australia | 1 | 20+ (MJ) |
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£912.40 |
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Matthew Jukes (20+)2016 The Eye of Ra is a 100% Shiraz, using 100% French oak and all of the fruit comes from Ebenezer. This wine is made from the finest parcel of fruit that Ben has ever seen in his vineyard. Outstanding aromatics lead the way and the palate is nothing short of spellbinding. The finish has epic freshness and the tannins are like nothing I have encountered before from the great Glaetzer portfolio. The Eye of Ra is all about power countered with impeccable restraint and I can still recall all of its flavours several weeks later. It is one of a number of wines that I have seen lately which signal a new and fascinating epoch for Barossa Shiraz. I followed this wine over three hours that evening and it never stopped evolving in the glass. This celestial wine made a huge impression on me and it is hard for me to see how this wine can be bettered and so I am overjoyed to give it a perfect score. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£100.00 |
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Agricola, Ebenezer Shiraz, Barossa Valley 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Barossa’s esteemed Shiraz heritage. Handcrafted by the renowned Agricola family, this wine hails from meticulously cultivated vineyards nestled in the heart of the Barossa Valley. The 2021 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, allowing the Shiraz grapes to develop intense flavours and vibrant acidity. Fermented in a combination of French and American oak barrels, the wine undergoes a careful aging process that enhances its complexity and structure. On the nose, Agricola, Ebenezer Shiraz reveals rich notes of blackberry, dark plum, and subtle hints of spice and vanilla. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with layers of ripe fruit complemented by well-integrated tannins and a long, elegant finish. Perfectly balanced, this Shiraz is a testament to Agricola’s dedication to quality and tradition, making it an exceptional choice for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£100.00 |
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Agricola’s Flaxman Valley Shiraz 2021 epitomises the elegance and depth characteristic of the Barossa Valley. Cultivated in the esteemed Flaxman Valley, this Shiraz benefits from the region’s cool climate and well-drained soils, fostering grapes of exceptional purity and concentration. Agricola employs sustainable viticulture practices, meticulously hand-harvesting each cluster to ensure optimal ripeness. During vinification, traditional fermentation techniques are utilised, followed by ageing in French oak barrels, which impart subtle spice and vanilla nuances while preserving the wine’s vibrant fruit profile. On the palate, the 2021 vintage reveals a harmonious balance of dark berry flavours, integrated tannins, and a refined acidity, culminating in a long, elegant finish. The nose is adorned with aromas of black plum, blackberry, and hints of mocha, complemented by undertones of cedar and baking spices. Agricola’s Flaxman Valley Shiraz 2021 stands as a testament to their commitment to quality and the distinctive terroir of Barossa Valley. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£105.00 |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (DC) |
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£300.00 |
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Decanter (98)Delicate yet formidable, this wine’s dense, multiple layers of complex texture and flavour speak eloquently. There’s fresh raspberry and graphite, rhubarb and red earth, dark plum and ironstone, and a suggestion of sage and nutmeg among blackberry bite, caressed by fine tannins. Sourced from only 200 vines planted in the 1950s, this 0.27ha micro-terroir boasts red-brown earth over limestone with traces of iron, providing fruit of rare depth and concentration. More sensuous and ethereal that its raw-boned sibling Alkina Polygon 5, but their common characteristic is extraordinary length of the purest flavours. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (DC) |
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£445.00 |
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Decanter (98)Delicate yet formidable, this wine’s dense, multiple layers of complex texture and flavour speak eloquently. There’s fresh raspberry and graphite, rhubarb and red earth, dark plum and ironstone, and a suggestion of sage and nutmeg among blackberry bite, caressed by fine tannins. Sourced from only 200 vines planted in the 1950s, this 0.27ha micro-terroir boasts red-brown earth over limestone with traces of iron, providing fruit of rare depth and concentration. More sensuous and ethereal that its raw-boned sibling Alkina Polygon 5, but their common characteristic is extraordinary length of the purest flavours. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WFW) |
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£300.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WFW) |
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£450.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (98)Red and purples. There is a complex yet glorious aroma to this wine. Blueberries, spices, chocolate. Wonderfully fragrant. the texture is compellingly supple. Finely balanced and with a pleasing flick of vibrant acidity. Cherries emerge on the palate and a tobacco-leaf/cigar-box note (reminiscent of a fine Cohiba Siglo VI). Chalky the tannins might be, but they quickly dissolve into something wonderfully cushiony and gentle. Elegance personified. A superb Grenache. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WFW) |
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£300.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WFW) |
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£390.00 |
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The World of Fine Wine (97)Even darker in colour than No. 3, and the aroma here is a little more closed at even this early stage, not quite as alluring. Warm earth, chocolate, black fruits, a hint of woodsmoke. This is more burly, more concentrated. Excellent complexity. The tannins here are not as cashmere-like - more chalky and firmer, more mouth-coating; perhaps more what one expects from Grenache. Fuller in flavor, great structure, bright acidity, and a very long finish. Another superb wine and again, a great future. Indeed, this would seem to have an even longer-focus than No. 3. |
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South Australia | 2 | 93 (VN) |
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£278.00 |
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Vinous (93)(from vines reportedly between 85 and 115 years of age) Inky ruby. Spicy blackberry, cherry and dark chocolate on the nose, with complicating notes of espresso and dried violet. Cool and restrained, with a suave, silky tone to the dark fruit flavors and gentle acids bringing freshness and energy. Nothing overdone here. There's impressive clarity and length to the blackberry and blackcurrant flavors. Really gorgeous. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (HWC) |
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£218.00 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (97)From the estate's highest vineyard block situated on the eastern ridge of the Barossa foothills, and is a quite lovely example of shiraz grown in a temperate climate. It's medium-bodied, the bouquet full of spice, red fruits, rose petals and cherry blossom characters all translating straight to the long, supple palate. Tannins and oak are part of the backdrop, simply providing the finish of the wine. |
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South Australia | 1 | - |
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£100.00 |
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Behold, the Charles Melton Nine Popes 2015, an embodiment of Australia's Barossa Valley's character and flair. This charismatic blend showcases its pedigree of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mataro, an ambitious homage to the famed Châteauneuf du Pape. Melton's dedication to old vine fruit, hand-pruning, and basket pressing culminates in a wine that is both powerful and graceful. Vintner, Charles Melton, renowned for forging the path in Barossa towards premium Grenache blends, began his eponymous winery in 1984. His prided 'Nine Popes' was first vinted in 1993 — a perfect testament to Melton’s commitment to quality and tradition. A wine with sublime balance, every vintage carries richness meshed with acidity, the 2015 vintage promising notes of red and dark fruits, a hint of spice, and an elegant, lingering finish. Prepared to awaken your palate, the Charles Melton Nine Popes 2015 truly is an exemplar of its kind, bringing a taste of the iconic Barossa straight to your glass. |
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South Australia | 2 | 95 (WA) |
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£351.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Deep garnet-black in color, the 2008 Hoffman Vineyard Shiraz has a seductive nose of prunes, dried mulberries, chocolate box and licorice with hints of sandalwood, incense, and cinnamon stick. The palate is bold and buxom, with a generously endowed full body and 17.5%-declared alcohol, with robust flavors to match and velvety tannins, finishing just a little warm. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£1,638.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)"2013 was a dream year," Chris said. This 2013 Hoffmann Vineyard Shiraz is exceptional. It's monumentally big, but it shows finesse and detail in the mouth that transcends the alcohol and the omnipresent tannin. The tannins... they are ultra fine and totally marbled through the fruit. They drag the flavor out across the tongue—I can still taste it two minutes later. It's extraordinary. "We were in no hurry to pick the fruit—we were just waiting for structure and shape," Chris explained. This is kaleidoscopic and provides a 360-degree view of the wine in the mouth. The wine was matured for just under five years in wood. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WS) |
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£390.00 |
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Wine Spectator (97)Big and powerful, brimming with tarry, spicy black cherry, dark plum, blackberry and chocolate flavors. Rich and gooey like a warm flourless chocolate cake, yet it finds a plush balance that keeps it from veering off into heaviness. This has grace, harmony and refinement, without losing an ounce of power. Drink now through 2025. 600 cases imported. -HS |
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South Australia | 1 | 96 (HWC) |
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£139.20 |
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Halliday Wine Companion (96)Vibrant colour; saturated black fruits, fruitcake, licorice and an element of tar; terrific purity and drive, and despite the power, the palate is lithe and supple; complex, compelling and certainly representative of the very essence of the region. Cork. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97+ (WA) |
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£463.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97+)Very deep purple-black in color, the 2012 Amon Ra reveals intense notes of blackcurrant cordial, blackberry compote and licorice with nuances of cloves, allspice, chocolate box and salami as well as a whiff of espresso. The 100% Shiraz palate offers a beast of a wine that is densely packed with black fruit and baking spice flavors and is supported with firm, grainy tannins and crisp acid through to a finish with excellent persistence. Drink it 2015 to 2025+. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19 (MJ) |
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£78.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (19)This is a wine of outstanding refinement. Ben readily admits that the early vintages of Amon-Ra were supposed to shock international wine commentators with their scale and impact. They certainly achieved their aim, but Ben knew that Amon-Ra really needed ratcheting back and this vintage shows the results of his gradual finessing and adding of detail. Cooler and longer with beautiful balance, this is a wine which will be sure to impress all-comers as opposed to just lovers of massive Barrosan reds. Using 95% new French and 5% new American oak hogsheads this wine has swallowed this carpentry whole and it shimmers with refinement in the glass. It justifiably gains my highest ever score for this label. |
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South Australia | 1 | 19 (MJ) |
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£333.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (19)This is a wine of outstanding refinement. Ben readily admits that the early vintages of Amon-Ra were supposed to shock international wine commentators with their scale and impact. They certainly achieved their aim, but Ben knew that Amon-Ra really needed ratcheting back and this vintage shows the results of his gradual finessing and adding of detail. Cooler and longer with beautiful balance, this is a wine which will be sure to impress all-comers as opposed to just lovers of massive Barrosan reds. Using 95% new French and 5% new American oak hogsheads this wine has swallowed this carpentry whole and it shimmers with refinement in the glass. It justifiably gains my highest ever score for this label. |
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South Australia | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£317.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)Certainly one of the best vintages of young Amon Ra I've ever tasted, the 2018 Amon Ra Shiraz is a stupendous effort. From old vines in the Ebenezer section of the northern Barossa, it starts off with a whirlwind of mocha, blackberry and dried spices, then actually gets more red-fruited as it sits in the glass. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated without being jammy or overdone, the wine finishes long and savory, framed by dusty tannins and mouthwatering black olives. Winemaker Ben Glaetzer compares 2018 to 2004 (which continues to drink well). Expect the 2018 to drink well young, but easily age through 2035, perhaps longer. |
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South Australia | 2 | 96+ (WA) |
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£313.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96+)The 2019 Amon Ra Shiraz is 100% Shiraz and 100% from the 2019 vintage, as Ben Glaetzer felt it—unlike many previous vintages—didn't need to be freshened with a small proportion of younger wine. From old vines in the Ebenezer district of the northern Barossa Valley, it offers classic notes of blackberries and spice, framed by hints of cedar and vanilla (it's aged in 100% new oak hogsheads, mostly French). It's full-bodied yet crisp, supple but tight and really long. Offering lovely dark fruit, hints of espresso and black olive, it finishes mouthwatering and firm. Give it some time in the cellar and drink it from 2025 – 2040. |
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South Australia | 3 | 97 (WA) |
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£293.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)I've looked at this wine many times over the years, almost exclusively as an older/cellared wine. The impact it has made is strong, and so it is through this lens that I now view this 2020 Amon Ra Shiraz. This year's Amon-Ra is concentrated, dense and absolutely, utterly saturated with flavor. The fruit that spirals within the bounds of the firm tannins is fleshy and pure, and with the knowledge that the wine sails through the decade with noiseless grace, it is all the more impressive in its infancy now. A brilliant wine—all ductile and proud. Yes. |
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South Australia | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£350.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)For the 2018 Anaperenna Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon, Glaetzer blended in 18% Cabernet Sauvignon to give the wine increased fragrance and length. The nose is smoky, slightly herbal and marked by sweet cedar- and vanilla-tinged oak, but it also offers great cassis and blackberry fruit. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, the flavors are kept nicely in check by fine-grained tannins. This wine has it all: terrific intensity, complexity, length and texture. |
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South Australia | 1 | 20+ (MJ) |
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£750.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (20+)2016 The Eye of Ra is a 100% Shiraz, using 100% French oak and all of the fruit comes from Ebenezer. This wine is made from the finest parcel of fruit that Ben has ever seen in his vineyard. Outstanding aromatics lead the way and the palate is nothing short of spellbinding. The finish has epic freshness and the tannins are like nothing I have encountered before from the great Glaetzer portfolio. The Eye of Ra is all about power countered with impeccable restraint and I can still recall all of its flavours several weeks later. It is one of a number of wines that I have seen lately which signal a new and fascinating epoch for Barossa Shiraz. I followed this wine over three hours that evening and it never stopped evolving in the glass. This celestial wine made a huge impression on me and it is hard for me to see how this wine can be bettered and so I am overjoyed to give it a perfect score. |
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