ROCKFORD BASKET PRESS SHIRAZ 2021

The 2021 Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is widely considered an exceptional release of one of Australia's most iconic and traditional red wines. Sourced from old, dry-grown vineyards across the Barossa Valley (including subregions like Kalimna, Ebenezer, and Eden Valley), the fruit is hand-harvested and crafted using traditional 19th-century equipment and a historic wooden basket press.

Key Details

• Region: Barossa Valley, South Australia

• Alcohol: ~13.7% to 13.8% ABV

   

• Vintage Conditions: The 2021 vintage in the Barossa is celebrated as one of the finest in recent memory, defined by mild ripening conditions, balanced rainfall, and a cooler dynamic that brings great purity and freshness.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Complex and expressive, featuring aromas of rich blackberry, dark cherry, and mulberry, layered with violet, cocoa, earthy terracotta, subtle cedar, and fresh black pepper.

• Palate: Full-bodied yet restrained and elegant rather than overly heavy. It displays velvety, fine-grained tannins, juicy acidity, and core flavors of ripe plum, liquorice, and savory spice.

• Finish: Long, persistent, and structured with a seamless integration of fruit and oak.

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Critic Scores

• James Halliday’s Wine Companion: 97 Points

• The Real Review (Huon Hooke): 95–96 Points (Outstanding)