Secret Deal SH Barossa Shiraz 2022

Scores

97 / 100

"Gorgeously rich and fabulously aromatic, the wine shows black and purple fruit intensity, toasted spice, cedar and dark cocoa notes on the nose, leading to a sumptuous palate that's concentrated and plush. Wonderfully framed by layers of fine tannins, it's sturdy and structured with seamless flow and a persistent, sophisticated finish. At its best: 2026 to 2040."
- Sam Kim

96 / 100

"This is a new wine from XXXXXX, and it’s mighty good. The name comes from an old strawberry patch adjacent to the vies for the wine. Fragrant aromatics of plum and liqueur cherry with notes of chocolate and savoury spicy characters. The palate is rich and chewy with generous fruit flavours. So beautifully integrated with fine silky tannins and plenty of supporting oak in harmony. Score: 96/100 Cellar: 15 years"
- Ray Jordan

95 / 100

"Named after an old strawberry patch which is next to the vineyard providing this Shiraz. Maturation is for a year and a half in French oak barriques of mixed ages and from a range of forests. Dark purple, the nose gives us oodles of delicious black cherry notes with deep black fruits, mulberries, finely integrated oak and coffee beans. The aromas include florals, plums and chocolate, but it really is that glorious cassis which rides high. Finely balanced, with good intensity and a flick of acidity plus really impressive length. The intensity is maintained for the full journey of the wine, which finishes with lovely silky tannins. Enjoy this over the next eight to ten years."
- Ken Gargett – Winepilot.com

Tasting Notes