Arila Gardens Single Vineyard Shiraz 2023

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Ken Gargett - Winepilot

This represents the very best Shiraz from their Arila Gardens vineyard in the Moppa sub-region, with the vines dating back to 1948 in some cases. A small percentage of whole bunches with the remainder all whole berries, for the ferment. Maturation was for sixteen months in French oak hogsheads, 15% of which was new. A deep purple hue, the nose weaves through a range of fragrances, including sour cherries, mocha, blackberries, plums, kirsch and tobacco leaves. The wine exhibits excellent length and balance with some early complexity, supported by silky tannins and a seductive texture. A wine for enjoying over the next ten to twelve years.

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Dave Brookes - Halliday Wine Companion

Deep crimson with notes of juicy satsuma plum, blueberry and boysenberry fruits daubed with spice, hints of citrus blossom, cherry ripe, gentle oak spice, olive tapenade, Christmas cake, violets and pan juices. Luscious and bursting with pure fruit, this is a lovely 'modern' Barossa style with structure below, but the main focus is on the quality of the fruit rather than winemaking artefact.

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Angus Hughson - Vinous

The stunning 2023 Shiraz Moppa Single Vineyard has a beautiful flow of mulberry and violet, with a gentle dusting of spice. The fruit is even and detailed. It is vibrant and energetic, with tension and suggestions of Hermitage as lashings of blueberry and blackberry give way to a gravelly, tannic finish.