Robert Oatley
Robert Oatley Shiraz (Signature)
Red wine
4.0
Expert Rating
3.9
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Robert Oatley Shiraz (Signature) is a remarkable wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Crafted in a renowned appellation, this Shiraz is sourced from exceptional vineyards that boast unique features, resulting in a wine of exceptional quality. The winemaking process is meticulous, ensuring that every bottle embodies the true essence of the varietal. With its rich and full-bodied style, this Shiraz offers a delightful balance of fruit flavors and subtle spice notes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Robert Oatley Shiraz (Signature) is a remarkable wine offering the best qualities of the Shiraz grape variety.This wine offers a deep, dark ruby color with a vibrant purple hue. On the nose, it presents an enticing bouquet of ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries, accompanied by hints of black pepper and subtle oak spices.
On the palate, the Robert Oatley Shiraz delivers a full-bodied and velvety-smooth experience. The rich fruit flavors of blackberry and plum are beautifully balanced with well-integrated tannins, providing a structured and elegant mouthfeel. The wine displays a harmonious blend of fruit sweetness and savory elements, with notes of dark chocolate and a touch of vanilla from the oak aging.
The finish is long and lingering, leaving a pleasant impression of ripe fruit and a subtle spiciness. Overall, the Robert Oatley Shiraz (Signature) is a superb example of a well-crafted Shiraz, offering a delightful combination of fruit intensity, complexity, and finesse. It pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, hearty stews, or aged cheeses. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for a few years to allow further development and integration of flavors.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Shiraz/Syrah
ORIGINS
Winery: Robert Oatley
Region: McLaren Vale
McLaren Vale is an important wine-producing region in the Fleurieu Peninsula, south of Australian. It is renowned for its award-winning Shiraz, as well as other grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
McLaren Vale has a long and proud history of winemaking, with the first vines planted in the region in 1838. The region’s first commercial winery, Bleasdale, was established in 1850, and the region has been producing quality wines ever since. In the early 1900s, McLaren Vale was one of the most important wine regions in Australia, and it continues to be a major player in the Australian wine industry today.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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