Turkey Flat Sparkling Shiraz NV (No 17) [JH 93]

Sparkling Shiraz forms an integral part of the iconic Barossa tradition in viniculture. A celebration of the regions oldest and best loved grape variety, with bubbles to match. Unashamedly festive, sparkling Shiraz is the perfect addition to a holiday lunch or Sunday brunch. Beneath a rich shade of crimson lies at its heart a deep, complex stucture. Full of dried cranberry, cacao, blueberry and cherry. This wine is bold yet dazzling with a mosaic of flavours and a finish to match.

There is something undeniably awesome about sparkling shiraz. It's a uniquely Australian thang. I love that for starters. But just look at that glass! How can you not smile with that energetic, purpley spume tickling your nostrils? Ripe plum, black cherry and blackberry fruits, dusted with spice, twangy morello cherries and berry pie tones. Bright acidity drives it along nicely, the gentle tug of fine tannin barely noticeable. Great drinking. 93 points.

Dave Brookes

Published 04 May 2024