Flavour Profile

Black Opal

Black Opal Shiraz

Name: Black Opal Shiraz
Brand: Black Opal
Price: null USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Australia, South Eastern Australia

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Black Opal Shiraz is a premium wine produced by Black Opal Winery, known for its exceptional quality and taste. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the finest vineyards in the South Eastern Australia appellation, which is renowned for its ideal growing conditions. The vineyards feature a unique combination of warm days and cool nights, which allows the grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a full-bodied Shiraz with rich flavors of blackberry, plum, and spice, and a smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for those who appreciate a bold and flavorful wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This full-bodied Black Opal Shiraz from South Australia displays generous aromas of ripe dark berry fruit, black pepper and sweet spices.On the palate, the wine is rich and velvety, with flavors of blackberry, plum and dark chocolate supported by a firm structure and fine tannins. The finish is long and lingering, with hints of spice and toasted oak. Enjoy this bold and flavorful Shiraz with grilled meats or a hearty stew.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

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2025

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Black Opal

Region: South Eastern Australia

South Eastern Australia is a vast wine region located in the south-eastern corner of the continent, stretching from the Murray Darling region in the north to the Great Dividing Range in the south. It is home to some of the country's most renowned wine regions, including the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and the Coonawarra. The history of winemaking in South Eastern Australia dates back to the early 19th century, when the first vineyards were planted in the Barossa Valley. Since then, the region has become one of the most important wine-producing areas in the country, with a wide range of styles and varieties.

CUSTOMER RATING

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