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Thorn-Clarke

Thorn-Clarke James Goddard Shiraz

Name: Thorn-Clarke James Goddard Shiraz
Brand: Thorn-Clarke
Price: 15 USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Australia, Barossa Valley

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.0

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Thorn-Clarke James Goddard Shiraz is a premium wine produced by Thorn-Clarke Wines, a renowned winery in the Barossa Valley region of Australia. The wine is made from Shiraz grapes grown in the vineyards of the estate, which are known for their unique terroir and ideal growing conditions. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a full-bodied Shiraz with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and chocolate, balanced by firm tannins and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts who appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of premium Australian wines.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This classic Australian Shiraz from Thorn-Clarke James Goddard is a dark and brooding beauty.On the nose, it has notes of ripe blackberry and mulberry, with hints of dark chocolate and spice. On the palate, it has a full and rounded body, with intense flavors of blackberry and dark plum, balanced with a hint of toasted oak and a hint of pepper. The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering flavor of dark fruit. A perfect choice for a hearty dinner or cozy night in.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

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2026

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Very high

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

High

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Thorn-Clarke

Region: Barossa Valley

Australia's Barossa Valley is one of the world's most iconic wine regions, located in the state of South Australia. It is renowned for its full-bodied red wines, particularly Shiraz, and is home to some of the oldest and most respected wineries in the country. The Barossa Valley has a long and storied history in the wine industry. It was first settled by German immigrants in the 1840s, who brought with them their winemaking traditions and expertise. Since then, the region has become one of Australia's most important wine regions, producing some of the country's most iconic wines.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.0

0 Reviews