{"title":"Our Exclusive Winemaker Long Lunch","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"behr-creek-shiraz-montepulciano-2021-copy","title":"Behr Creek Shiraz Montepulciano 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eC O L O U R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDeep maroon, with purple hue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eN O S E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eLifted aromas of violets, plums, hints of aniseed and chocolate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eP A L A T E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eSilky mouthfeel. Lucious juicy red and blue berries, spice, aniseed and mocha. Long and delicious finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003eW\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI N E M A K I N G\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHand-picked fruit. Wild ferment over 10 days, gentle hand plunging daily. Slow press into old French oak and matured for 12 months before bottling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Shiraz and Montepulciano blended 60\/40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\/REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eNew Media Reviews | Q Wine - Steve Leszczynski\u003cspan\u003e     \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e94 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShiraz and Montepulciano are unusual bedfellows but this Behr Creek release from Hobbs works a treat. \u003ca name=\"more\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne thing I have found in recent months is how well Montepulciano has adapted to the Barossa soils. It's beaming in the right hands, and this blend shows another aspect of its personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 60\/40 blend that sees French oak for twelve months, red flowers, violets and squishy blueberries make an exciting impression on opening. The juicy fruit from the Montepulciano component bounds along with the Shiraz wrapping itself around in a neat parcel showing fine sheets of spice that ride out to an elongated finish. This is really clever stuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eNew Media Reviews | Winepilot - Ken Gargett    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e93 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eNot a common blend but one which works well here. A deep maroon, purple hue, the nose exhibits lifted aromatics and is redolent of bay leaves, plums, blackcurrants, soy, mocha, aniseed and chocolate. Utterly gorgeous with a sweet core of mulberries and cherries, this is a wine with focus and length. Will continue to provide delicious drinking over the next six to eight years. The decision to add this Italian favourite to Shiraz has really paid dividends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHalliday Wine Companion | Dave Brooks   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e94 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e60\/40% hand-picked shiraz\/Montepulciano; wild ferment; aged for 12 months in seasoned French oak. Satsuma plum, dark cherry and boysenberry fruits cut with baking spices, pressed flowers, mocha, tea cake, olive tapenade, chocolate bullets, dried citrus rind and earth. Pure, with a bright energy to the acidity, fine, powdered stone tannins and a touch of cranberry lift right on the exit. This is a lovely, rich yet lively wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eRobert Parker | Erin Larkin | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e92 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe 2023 Behr Creek Shiraz Montepulciano leads with a juicy, licorice-laced nose of black berries, exotic spice and sweet charry oak and a jubey sweetness on the middle palate. The wine is rounded and fleshy, yet the acidity still retains a cherry tartness that keeps the finish fresh and alive. This has 60% Shiraz, with the balance Montepulciano from Eden Valley. 14.5% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44854084337825,"sku":"HBRBCSHI23","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4188\/4321\/files\/2023HobbsofBarossa_SABehrCreekShirazMontepulciano_2.png?v=1747378984"},{"product_id":"tin-lids-shiraz-cabernet-2019-copy","title":"Tin Lids Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eC O L O U R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDeep red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eN O S E\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eSpice, red currents, black cherries, blackberries with hints of cedar and earth.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003eP A L A T E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFull bodied expansive palate of plummy fruit, red currants, black cherries, a touch of cloves. Subtle tannins and a long silky finish revealing a seamless elegance to this wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003eW\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI N E M A K I N G\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHand picked fruit. Wild ferment over 10 days, gentle hand plunging daily. Slow press into old French oak and matured for 12 months. Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon blend 60\/40.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\/REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eRobert Parker | Erin Larkin | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e93 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe 2023 Tin Lids Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon is aromatically lusty and layered with loads of fresh red fruits and exotic dark spices. In the mouth, the wine is supple and juicy, without being heavy or overbearing. I like it a lot. It manages silk and weightlessness, not something I thought I'd ever write about this varietal mix—and certainly not from Barossa. Yet here we are. This is a lovely wine. 14.4% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eJames Suckling | 92 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eSavory and robust aromas of blackcurrants, cedar, plum compote, baking spice and granite. The palate is full-bodied with firm tannins and bright acidity, leading into a plush and fruit-driven finish with a earthy undertone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWine Orbit | Sam Kim | 94 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIt's sweetly ripe and perfumed on the nose, showing dark plum, thyme, warm spice, and roasted hazelnut aromas. The palate delivers succulent fruit intensity with savoury nuances, splendidly supported by finely infused tannins, finishing long and sturdy. At its best: now to 2036\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWinepilot | Ken Gargett | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e92 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eA dark magenta colour here, with a nose giving us notes of spices, black cherries, dried herbs, blackberries, cold tea and licorice. There is depth and concentration here, along with serious intensity which rides the journey for the full length. Attractive now but expect improvement over the next few years and then a wine which provides pleasure for the following ten to twelve years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eQ Wine | Steve Leszczynski | \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e91 points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIt was an interesting exercise to taste this alongside the Tin Lids Aria Secca Shiraz with the former showing more vibrance and appeal than this rock-solid example of a Shiraz Cabernet blend.\u003cbr\u003eThe oak shows its hand here. More subdued with a furrowed brow, this is a wine that takes its time to show its best self so a decant is certainly on the cards. Pretty scents of dried red petals make an early statement with plummy fruit, red currants, black cherries, baked strawberries and a little Cherry Ripe goodness. Woodsy spices and dabbles of earthiness move into the frame late with some cedar and clove not far from the action. This is a wine that would be comfortable on the table beside a Sunday roast beef.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44854096691361,"sku":"HBRTLSHCAB23","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4188\/4321\/files\/2023HobbsofBarossa_SATinLidsShirazCabernet_1.png?v=1747378940"},{"product_id":"gregor-shiraz-2021-copy","title":"Gregor Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"aircall-extension-app\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eC O L O U R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDeep\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eN O S E\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaisin aromas with plums, blackberries, a faint hint of spice, vanilla, and toasted oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eP A L A T E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe full-bodied palate is rich and velvety in texture. The fruit is dark red berries, black berries, and plum, dense and concentrated, coffee and chocolate, layered with spice. This is a powerful wine with exceptional balance and surprising finesse\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003eW\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI N E M A K I N G\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ean\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmarone\u003cspan class=\"s9\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estyle\u003cspan class=\"s10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewine\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emade\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShiraz\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrapes.\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrapes\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare\u003cspan class=\"s10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehand-picked,\u003cspan 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class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eprocess\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eintensifies\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eflavours\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe\u003cspan class=\"s10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrape\u003cspan class=\"s10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout\u003cspan class=\"s9\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elosing\u003cspan class=\"s9\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eany\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof\u003cspan class=\"s9\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe\u003cspan class=\"s10\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enatural\u003cspan class=\"s11\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eacids\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epresent\u003cspan class=\"s9\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethe\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrape\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epicking. The Baumé\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrape\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis increased during this process by between 0.5 ° and 1.5 °. After drying the grapes are processed into wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\/REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarossa Super 100 Classification 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA celebration of exceptional wines that define quality, collectability, and craftsmanship.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHalliday | Dave Brooks | 95 Points\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEstate-grown Barossa Ranges shiraz produced Amarone style. The result? A beautiful, perfumed wine with fruit tones of doris plum, grilled fig and dark cherry with a high-toned blueberry splash. You'd expect a blockbuster, but there is detail and space within; a swell of baking spices, chocolate brownie, pressed meadow flowers, espresso, chinotto, pan juices and earth. The tannin backbone is compact and akin to powdered granite with fine, lacy acid lending propulsion and line. Such a lovely wine style.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWinepilot | Ken Gargett | 95 Points\u003cspan\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-NZ\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways an intriguing style with Barossa Ranges Shiraz semi-dried in the manner we see in certain Italian regions, known as ‘appassimento’. This method dries the grapes and concentrates sugars and flavours – think Amarone, as one example. Under diam, 450 dozen made. The colour is deep red, maroon. This wine offers such an appealing ripeness and plushness. We have notes of mocha, coffee beans, chocolate, licorice and a lovely quite spicy, even slightly peppery note. The palate sees strong Ouzo notes emerge. A sleek texture, good balance, satiny tannins and a long finish combine seamlessly. Possibly, this will be a little too much in-your-face for some, but I suspect most of us will revel in this delicious effort. Enjoy this for at least the next ten to fifteen years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWine Orbit | Sam Kim | 96 Points              \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-NZ\"\u003eA stunning rendition, offering rich fruit intensity with seductive complexity, showing blackberry, cake spice, roasted nut, game, and cocoa notes on the nose. The palate delivers terrific depth and richness, with a plush texture and finely pitched tannins, offering sturdy structure and harmony that culminate in a sustained, brooding finish. At its best: 2027 to 204\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45019546321057,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4188\/4321\/files\/GregorShiraz.png?v=1756431986"},{"product_id":"1905-shiraz-2021-copy","title":"1905 Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eDeep vibrant purple \/ red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLovely aromatics of dark red berries and blackberry on the nose, with a vanillin thread from the finest French oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAn elegant yet full-bodied Shiraz. Seamless, silky. Raspberry compote, blueberries, earthy with a hint of oaky spice fine, silky tannins, and the finish is long and lingering. This wine is a beautiful expression of the Barossa Ranges\/Eden Valley terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eThe\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrapes are\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehandpicked\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efrom\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edry\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egrown,\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elow\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eyielding vines\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplanted\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein 1905.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNaturally\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efermented\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein open\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e500L vats,\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egently\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehand\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplunged each\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eday.\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewine\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis matured in new French oak Hogsheads for 24 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\/REVIEWS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHalliday | Dave Brooks | 96 Points GOLD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShiraz sourced from the 1905-plantings on the Hobbs Barossa Ranges estate in Flaxman Valley. Crimson with aromas of blackberry, blueberry and satsuma plum fruits with accompanying hints of fine spice, fruitcake, dried tobacco, vanillin oak, dark chocolate, coffee grounds, fig paste and roasting meats. Full bodied and confidently walking the border of fruit richness and savoury interest with fine-grained rocky tannins and a bright mineral line. Plenty of carry on that finish, too, and there is plenty of cellaring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e potential here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWine Orbit | Sam Kim | 97 Points\u003cspan\u003e               \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-NZ\"\u003eRefined, complex, and alluring, the wine shows blackberry, cured meat, star anise, vanillin oak, and rich floral aromas. The concentrated palate exhibits outstanding weight and persistency, wonderfully complemented by fleshy texture and layers of polished tannins. Gorgeously structured and harmonious with a lengthy, gratifying finish. At its best: 2027 to 2043.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWinepilot | Ken Gargett | 94 Points\u003cspan\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarossa Shiraz from a block planted back in 1905, this is fermented in 500-litre vats with wild yeasts, before two years maturation in new French oak hogsheads. Under diam. Dark maroon, this also has an appealing, spicy and yes, even slightly peppery character. There are an array of flavours; red fruits, milk chocolate, licorice, raspberries, cloves, soy, a touch of axle grease and a flick of oak. On the palate, the wine moves to a darker end of the spectrum with bright acidity and impressive length. Enjoy over the next eight to ten years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45019554480289,"sku":null,"price":170.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4188\/4321\/files\/1905Shiraz.png?v=1756431964"},{"product_id":"tin-lids-aria-secca-shiraz-2024","title":"Tin Lids Aria Secca Shiraz 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eC O L O U R\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDark magenta\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eN O S E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eRich and layered, opening with intense aromas of blackberry compote, dark cherry, and plum, intertwined with notes of dried fig, raisin, and subtle hints of cocoa and sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003eP A L A T E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eFull-bodied and velvety, with rich dark fruit layered with liquorice, espresso, and subtle spice. Fresh and dried fruit characters add complexity, supported by fine tannins and balanced acidity, leading to a long, persistent finish. A powerful yet refined Shiraz, showcasing both the generosity of the Barossa and the intricate layers achieved through this traditional Italian technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003eW\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI N E M A K I N G\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eAmarone-style Shiraz made from hand-picked grapes placed into 10 kg buckets and rack-dried in a purpose-built, insulated shed with high-intensity air fans. Drying time varies each year depending on grape ripeness, temperature, humidity, and flavour development, gradually concentrating the fruit and increasing Baumé by 0.5°–1.5° while preserving natural acidity. After drying, the grapes are processed into wine and matured in French oak for 18 months, resulting in a rich, concentrated style with depth and complexity.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Vintners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45920616874145,"sku":"HBRTLSHI23","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4188\/4321\/files\/2023_Hobbs_of_Barossa_SA_Tin_Lids_Aria_Secca_Shiraz.png?v=1747377384"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.hobbsofbarossa.com.au\/collections\/our-exclusive-winemaker-long-lunch.oembed","provider":"Hobbs of Barossa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}