Vineyard Road Stan-The-Man Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz 2016

An appealing blend of Greenock Creek Cabernet and Vineyard Road Shiraz, the wine spent 31 months in a mix of French and American oak which is evident but not intrusive. Dark magenta hue, the aromas weave through chocolate, black fruits, plums, coffee beans, mocha and vanilla. A plush style, just the sort of thing lovers of good Barossa wines adore. Mid length, this has fine tannins, which are ever so slightly grainy. A flick of acidity running the length keeps it fresh and ready to drink now or for the next six to eight years.