98 Point $450 A Bottle Secret Barossa Shiraz 2023 6pack

98 Point Rated & 5 Stars - Sam Kim Wine Orbit "Immensely complex and perfumed, the bouquet presents black and blueberry, violet, tapenade, star anise, and stylish oak characters. The concentrated palate exhibits exceptional depth and weight, wonderfully framed by velvety texture and finely infused tannins. It is opulent and substantial, yet refined and harmonious, with a persistent and gratifying finish. Gorgeously proportioned and balanced, ensuring its gracious development. At its best: 2028 to 2043. $450.00. hewitson . com . au . March 2025." This Barossa Shiraz 2023 is a powerful and beautifully structured wine that captures the soul of the Barossa Valley. This special release reflects both a sense of place and the meticulous craftsmanship. Sourced from standout small parcels across the region, the fruit is vinified with precision and matured in carefully selected French oak casks before a final barrel selection and blending. On the nose,it unfolds with seductive layers of ripe plums, blackberries, violets, chocolate, aniseed and a whisper of smoked meat, tobacco and coffee. The palate is plush and complex, brimming with black fruit, soy, cloves and black pepper. Supple tannins and fine acidity give the wine a seamless flow, while subtle oak integration adds structure without overshadowing the fruit. The finish is long, savoury and beautifully harmonious — the mark of exceptional Barossa Shiraz. Awarded 98 Points & 5 Stars by Sam Kim (Wine Orbit) and 96 Points by Tony Love and Ken Gargett (Wine Pilot), this cellar-worthy Shiraz is a masterclass in balance and intensity. Perfect for enjoying now or ageing gracefully, it pairs brilliantly with slow-cooked lamb shoulder, chargrilled ribeye steak, beef cheeks, or mushroom and truffle risotto.