Schild Estate Edel Small Batch Shiraz 2019 from Barossa Valley is a remarkable vintage showcasing captivating aromas of blackberries, violets, and smoky oak. Buy now online in Australia.
Appearance
This distinguished Barossa Valley Shiraz presents a deep, opaque purple-black core with vibrant crimson edges, demonstrating exceptional colour intensity characteristic of premium small-batch production. The wine exhibits impressive viscosity, with thick, slow-moving legs that cling to the glass, indicating substantial body, concentration, and optimal ripeness from the 2019 vintage.
Aroma
The bouquet exudes captivating aromas of ripe blackberries and violets, beautifully interwoven with hints of smoky oak that add depth and complexity. Layers of blueberry, black cherry, and liquorice emerge with aeration, whilst subtle notes of vanilla, cedar, and cracked black pepper from careful oak maturation provide additional dimension. A whisper of dark chocolate and espresso rounds out this generous, inviting aromatic profile.
Palate
On the palate, this Shiraz delivers a symphony of flavours, including ripe dark fruits, chocolate, and spice, all beautifully balanced by velvety tannins. The blackberry and violet notes from the bouquet seamlessly transition, joined by plum, mocha, and cinnamon nuances. The wine's structure is impeccable, with fine-grained tannins providing elegant framework without heaviness. A long, satisfying finish showcases lingering dark fruit, subtle oak, and warming spice that evolves gracefully.
Pairs With
Slow-cooked lamb shoulder, ribeye steak with peppercorn sauce, braised beef short ribs, venison, mature hard cheeses, barbecued meats, or rich chocolate torte.
Review
Deep crimson and packed with ripe Doris plum, black cherry and boysenberry fruit notes. Hints of dried cranberry, baking spice, liquorice, fruit-and-nut chocolate, tapenade, violets and roasting meats. Full bodied, with compact, powdery tannins and some fine acidity. Nice red plum notes flow in on the palate, adding detail and a few lumens to the ripe fruit on show. Long finish too.
95 Points - Dave Brookes, 08 August 2024, Halliday's Wine Companion
