2022 Mystery Barossa Shiraz Deal No. 6496

96 POINTS

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

Combining power and sophistication, the wine shows black/blueberry, violet, toasty oak and mixed spice aromas on the nose, followed by a concentrated palate offering opulence with sensually appealing mouthfeel. Mouthfilling and delicious with a sustained vigorous finish. At its best: now to 2039.

95 POINTS

Sam Kim - Wine Orbit

Wonderfully ripe and fragrant, the bouquet shows cassis, vanilla, tobacco, game, and roasted hazelnut characters, leading to a richly flavoursome palate that's weighty and fleshy. Superbly structured by chalky tannins, making it robust and persistent.

92 POINTS

Ray Jordan - Winepilot

This is an impressive, generous and full-bodied Shiraz from Coonawarra. It opens with what you would expect — blackberry, subtle liqueur cherry, some plum and richer dark chocolate. The palate delivers plush concentration and power, supported by chalky tannins and bright and buoyant Shiraz displaying concentrated dark fruits, with richer red berry and slight cherry influences concentrating within the palate. The fruit note is neatly tucked in, and while there’s a plushness about it, there’s a slight peppery edge that just brings it to life. Good tannin structure and neatly applied oak.