Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz

TASTING NOTE
Deep and velvety, dark purple with an unfiltered plushness. On the nose, it has dark liqueur chocolate freshly grated and earth freshly dug with a well-cared-for shovel. Rosemary flowers as you brush by them; violets at first light; plums about to fall from the tree; white pepper in the mortar. Gentle oak undertones then play bouquet’s role all so sotto voce; mocha, and old old furniture not over polished. Aromatics return with bay leaf and then minerals and graphite. Basorra is a natural.

On the palate, depth yet freshness. An acid undertow stretching and straightening a cloud of ripe and super-fine, minerally, powdery shiraz tannins. The body of fruit bobs and bathes in an exuberant and frisky fashion, adding yet another dimension to this every questioning and entertaining red wine…

Service Temperature: 16-18°C

Decanting: Recommended for at least 1 hour.

Food Pairing:
Pairs well with hearty meat dishes such as grilled steak or roasted lamb. It also goes well with strong cheeses like aged cheddar or blue cheese.

Awards:
Trophy for Champion Shiraz & Predominant blends – The New Zealand International Wine Show 2022
96 Points, Double Gold Medal – The New Zealand International Wine Show 2022
Silver Medal – 2023 Rodeo Uncorked! International Wine Competition
Silver – Royal Hobart Wine Show 2022
Silver Award – 2022 Cathay Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition (HKIWSC)