The Smidge "Adamo" Shiraz 2018 is a bold and complex wine hailing from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby color with hints of purple, immediately catching the eye. On the nose, rich and intense aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and dark chocolate are complemented by subtle hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate, this full-bodied Shiraz offers a velvety texture and a harmonious blend of dark fruit flavors, including black cherry and cassis, with a touch of black pepper and oak. The tannins are well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of dark fruit and spice. Overall, the Smidge "Adamo" Shiraz 2018 is a superb expression of the Barossa Valley terroir, showcasing the skill and dedication of the Smidge Wines team. This vintage is drinking beautifully now, but also has the potential to age gracefully for several years. Enjoy with hearty dishes such as grilled meats, stews, or strong cheeses.
Critic Reviews
93 POINTS
Aaron Brasher - The Real Review
Aromas of blackberries, licorice, dried herbs, plums and spice. Flavours are full and rich, certainly in the dark fruit spectrum, but there is also a minty coolness to the palate as well as quite grippy and textured tannins and lively acidity that keep the flavours fresh and focused
90 POINTS
Ned Goodwin - JamesSuckling.com
Maturation in used French hogsheads and barriques after separate ferments. Dry fruits, Christmas cake spices, scorched ferrous earth, star anise, soy and a dried leather finish. A big wine, as is the wont here in Barossa. Mercifully, however, there are savory elements with no shortage of thanks to the real grape tannins involved.
90 POINTS
Ned Goodwin - Halliday Wine Companion
Maturation in used French hogsheads and barriques after separate ferments. Dry fruits, Christmas cake spices, scorched ferrous earth, star anise, soy and a dried leather finish. A big wine, as with most things out of the Barossa. Mercifully, however, there are savoury elements with no shortage of thanks to the real grape tannins involved.
Tyson Stelzer - Halliday Wine Companion
Greenock and Penrice vineyards; a splash of McLaren Vale montepulciano for fruit lift and acidity; aged 22 months in barrel; unfined and unfiltered. Medium to full purple hue. Ripe alcohol clashes with tart acidity and astringent tannins to make for a sweet-and-sour effect, finishing coarse and tangy.
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Tasting Notes
The Smidge "Adamo" Shiraz 2018 is a bold and complex wine hailing from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia. In the glass, it displays a deep ruby color with hints of purple, immediately catching the eye. On the nose, rich and intense aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and dark chocolate are complemented by subtle hints of vanilla and spice. On the palate, this full-bodied Shiraz offers a velvety texture and a harmonious blend of dark fruit flavors, including black cherry and cassis, with a touch of black pepper and oak. The tannins are well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering impression of dark fruit and spice. Overall, the Smidge "Adamo" Shiraz 2018 is a superb expression of the Barossa Valley terroir, showcasing the skill and dedication of the Smidge Wines team. This vintage is drinking beautifully now, but also has the potential to age gracefully for several years. Enjoy with hearty dishes such as grilled meats, stews, or strong cheeses.