Shiraz 2017, Fairview

The 2016 Fairview Shiraz displays notes of blackcurrant, savoury spice and rosemary on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied with fruity flavours of spiced plums complemented by a velvety, luscious mouthfeel and finishes with well structured, elegant tannins.  Drinking well now, sip this perfect midweek bottle alongside barbecued meats – a bold wine like this can even hold up to the intense flavours of slow-roasted barbecue pork.

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