Hobbs Gregor Barossa Ranges Shiraz 2023

Always an intriguing style with Barossa Ranges Shiraz semi-dried in the manner we see in certain Italian regions, known as ‘appassimento’. This method dries the grapes and concentrates sugars and flavours – think Amarone, as one example. Under diam, 450 dozen made. The colour is deep red, maroon. This wine offers such an appealing ripeness and plushness. We have notes of mocha, coffee beans, chocolate, licorice and a lovely quite spicy, even slightly peppery note. The palate sees strong Ouzo notes emerge. A sleek texture, good balance, satiny tannins and a long finish combine seamlessly. Possibly, this will be a little too much in-your-face for some, but I suspect most of us will revel in this delicious effort. Enjoy this for at least the next ten to fifteen years.