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Hales

2003 Barossa Valley Shiraz

The Rolf Binder Hales Shiraz from the renowned Barossa Valley showcases a deep, inviting red color that immediately captivates the eye. This full-bodied wine boasts a vibrant acidity that provides a refreshing lift, making it incredibly pleasurable on the palate. With prominent fruit intensity, it reveals enticing notes of ripe blackberries, plums, and hints of dark chocolate, all beautifully harmonizing together. The tannins are notably structured, lending a firm yet smooth texture that embraces the experience. This vintage is dry but not austere, allowing for an elegant balance that showcases the wine's rich character and complexity, perfectly representing the essence of its acclaimed region.

Tasting notes:


Chocolate

Chocolate

Blackberry

Blackberry

Black Pepper

Black Pepper

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


South Australia
South Australia

From juicy, full-bodied Shiraz and bold Rhône-style blends to deliciously buttery, oak-touched Chardonnay and surprisingly elegant Rieslings, South Australia is renowned for its wide array of crowd-pleasing wines. The key is the state's diverse geography and climate. With hot, dry regions like Riverland and cool, coastal areas like the Adelaide Hills, winemakers have an incredible range of grapes and styles at their disposal. South Australia is responsible for more than half of Australia's total wine production and makes some of the country's most prominent wine labels. It is also home to world-famous regions like Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley.

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