{"product_id":"bests-bin-1-shiraz-2022-great-western","title":"Best's Bin 1 Shiraz 2022 | Great Western","description":"\u003cp\u003eBest’s Bin No. 1 Shiraz 2022 is a Great Western Shiraz sourced from Best’s estate vineyards and trusted local growers in the region. It sits within Best’s Shiraz hierarchy as an introduction to the producer’s Great Western style — crafted with the same attention to detail applied to the flagship Bin No. 0 and Thomson Family Shiraz wines, and described by Best’s as the essence of its Great Western winemaking ideals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRuby red with deep intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrooding spices of black cracked pepper, clove and aniseed with red and dark berry undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJuicy red and dark cherries with braised dark plum. Dark earthy spices of pepper, aniseed, dark liquorice, cinnamon, clove and bay leaf add layers of complexity. Medium-bodied with soft, melting tannins adding length and dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Region\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFruit is drawn from Best’s estate vineyards at Great Western alongside selected local growers in the region. Great Western’s cool climate and the character of its soils underpin the spice-driven, fine-boned Shiraz style that defines the Best’s portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVintage Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 vintage began with a very cool spring, misty conditions and low-hanging fog. Flowering was slow — typical for Great Western following the larger 2021 vintage — and low crop levels resulted in high concentration of flavour across the vineyards. Multiple critics have cited 2022 as a classic Great Western vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wine was made using whole-berry fermentation with a small proportion of whole bunches, then matured for 14 months in puncheons and large vats with 5% new French oak — a large-format approach that contributes structure while preserving the fruit and regional spice character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBest’s recommends Greek-style slow-roasted lamb. The wine’s medium body, fine tannins and spice character also suit beef, braised dishes and robust pasta with meat sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48973895106809,"sku":"9312063199210-2022","price":22.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/6820\/0441\/files\/bests-great-western-bin-1-shiraz-2022.webp?v=1788153535","url":"https:\/\/winesellersdirect.com.au\/products\/bests-bin-1-shiraz-2022-great-western","provider":"Wine Sellers Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}