Chateau Yaldara 1847 Vines First Pick Baraossa Shiraz 2020 [RJ 98]

For anyone just catching up, this emanates from a famous Barossa winery established 75 years ago, the winery has four tiers of Old Vine Shiraz retailing at AUD $50, $180, $320 and $480 and this is indeed the almost five hundred dollar big daddy of them all, the ultra premium named after Johann Gramps first vine plantings in the Barossa. It will surprise no one that it has elicited the big scores nor the 'hedonistic' and 'decadence' vibes:

An embracing wine that captures so much of the Barossa. Comes from selected rows among selected vineyards, after which the best barrels are chosen to create this exceptional wine. Seductive aromas of black cherry and blackberry with a slightly plummy characters. It’s a powerful wine yet the delivery is all one of finesse and elegance. Seamlessly woven chalky tannins thread through the beautifully weighted palate. Bright and bursting with energy. Tasted: April: 2024; Drink to: 2024-2049; Price: $480.00;Rating: 98 Points; Ray Jordan