2016 BEST’S GREAT WESTERN Bin 0 Shiraz 750ml

Crafted from four Concongella shiraz clone blocks, planted in 1966, 1970, 1992, and 1994, the beautifully aromatic and rich Bests Great Western Bin 0 Shiraz stands as one of Australias oldest trademarked wines. Subjected to open fermentation and aged for 18 months in a combination of new (20%) and seasoned French oak barriques and hogsheads, it is characterized by fragrances of blackberry, mulberry, and dried rose. The wine exhibits loose-knit, gravelly tannins and a subtle presence of savory oak.

TOP VINTAGES

2015, 2014, 2012, 2008, 2006, 2004, 2001, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1992.

Critic tasting note: “This historic winery, established in 1866, is located in the cool climes of the Grampians in Victoria, west of Melbourne. This is its reserve wine, and while its more affordable LSV is actually a more characterful wine, this is a serious drop intended for cellaring. For now, it’s initially reductive, needing plenty of air before revealing a multifaceted nose of plums, currants, orange peel, anise, dried flowers and stones, along with underlying earthy, almost meaty nuances. In typical cool-climate fashion, the acidity on the palate soars, lifting the fruit and spice. Tannins are still chunky and need time to integrate into the wine. Drink 2024-2028. Christina Pickard” – 92/100 Enthusiast