Yalumba The Steeple Single Vineyard Shiraz 2019, Barossa Valley, AUD $80
The centenarian Steeple vineyard at Light Pass, planted in 1919, is so named because it’s next-door to a church.
An interesting meaty/smoky/earthy bouquet with a trace of brown spices, the colour still bright and purple-tinted, while some bottle development is just beginning to show on the nose. It’s full-bodied, rich and fruit-sweet at the core with fruitcake, dark chocolate and vanilla nuances. Good concentration. Tannins are ample and supple, adding a grainy, powdery and pleasantly drying texture. (Screwcap)
Score: 95 ★★★★★ – view original tasting note
Alcohol: 14.5%
Ageing: now to 2034
Food: slow-braised meats or casseroles
Stockists: Yalumba Wines; The Wine Collective online (AU)
Ranked: #23 of 163 2019 Shiraz from Barossa Valley
Awarded: Top Rank
This Article was originally published on The Real Review
