Gibson The Dirtman Shiraz 2022
- 93
- $39
- Drink by: 2024-2032
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Named after maker, Rob Gibson, who is not only a highly respected winemaker and viticulturist but a geologist. Fruit comes from both the Barossa and the Eden Valley, with time in American oak. A deep vibrant purple hue, the immediate impression is of generosity and attractive aromas; some vanillin oak is evident, but the dominant fragrances are cassis, mocha and blueberries. A supple and seductive texture with fine cushiony tannins and very good length. This is utterly delicious and should remain so for at least the next six to eight years.
Ken was born and bred in Brisbane, Queensland. He had a non-trendy, perfectly happy childhood, in a family convinced alcohol meant instant condemnation to Hades. But a break fishing on the Great Barrier Reef, and some good wine, started a serious obsession that eventually took over. It did not stop Ken being chastised later for drinking Pol champagne, disgusted he’d drink anything made by a Cambodian dictator. Now, Ken mostly writes on wine, champagne and spirits for various newspapers, magazines and books, but is perhaps best known for his work in The Courier Mail. He also has a little sideline writing on cigars, fishing, travel and food. When not writing, fly-fishing for trout in NZ or bonefish on the flats of Cuba, travelling or smoking cigars, he is no doubt following a variety of sporting teams – the occasionally glorious Queensland Reds rugby, the dysfunctional Washington Redskins, the dodgy Arsenal and especially revels in the world restored to its proper axis with the return of the Ashes to their rightful home.
