The Standish Wine Company
Single Vineyard Shiraz
Barossa Valley, Barossa, South Australia, Australia
This was my contribution. As I have really gotten in to Aussie wines the last year or two, I’ve always wanted to try this wine (of any vintage), and couldn’t believe my luck when a local acquaintance who is wanting to downsize his cellar offered me two bottles at an amazing price. Upon opening, I was hit with smoked brisket, touch of bacon fat, and ripe blackberries. Not quite gamey or funky, but definitely savory in style. As it opened, the meat/savory notes came and went ever so often, allowing purity of the blackberries, boysenberries, and black cherries to shine. Charcoal smoke with baked fig arrive at the finish. A complex, delicious wine, and right up my alley for the style of wine I enjoy. @David T , you were correct in thinking I’d love this!
This was my contribution. As I have really gotten in to Aussie wines the last year or two, I’ve always wanted to try this wine (of any vintage), and couldn’t believe my luck when a local acquaintance who is wanting to downsize his cellar offered me two bottles at an amazing price. Upon opening, I was hit with smoked brisket, touch of bacon fat, and ripe blackberries. Not quite gamey or funky, but definitely savory in style. As it opened, the meat/savory notes came and went ever so often, allowing purity of the blackberries, boysenberries, and black cherries to shine. Charcoal smoke with baked fig arrive at the finish. A complex, delicious wine, and right up my alley for the style of wine I enjoy. @David T , you were correct in thinking I’d love this!
Aug 26th, 2019
2002 Standish Wine Company
Shiraz, "The Standish"
Barossa Valley, Australia
2002 Standish Wine Company
Shiraz, "The Standish"
Barossa Valley, Australia
First wine in the new house. Big berries, rich, just hangs in the mouth forever. Very elegant. Doesn't possess the typical weight and heat I expect from Barossa Shriaz. Wouldn't guess the 14.5% blind. Excellent.
First wine in the new house. Big berries, rich, just hangs in the mouth forever. Very elegant. Doesn't possess the typical weight and heat I expect from Barossa Shriaz. Wouldn't guess the 14.5% blind. Excellent.
May 30th, 2015