The 2019 Basket Press Shiraz is a commanding example of Barossa tradition, born from a vintage characterized by low yields and high concentration due to a warm, dry growing season.

 

This artisanal release presents a deep, bold crimson-red hue with purple highlights, opening with a refined "sotto voce" bouquet of plum pudding, fruitcake, and subtle herbal aromas.

 

On the palate, the wine displays the estate's signature structural elegance, weaving together flavors of dark chocolate, blackberry, and mocha with savory nuances of roasting meats and toasty oak. Lead critic James Halliday, who awarded the vintage a stellar, celebrates its "seamlessly balanced" composition and profound depth.

 

The texture is defined by silty, drying tannins and a fine acidic web that provides poise, carrying the concentrated dark fruit through a long, sure-footed finish of significant intensity. It is a soulful expression of old-vine heritage, reflecting the meticulous craftsmanship of ancient open fermenters and traditional basket pressing.