1994 Jim Barry Shiraz The Armagh
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Tawny-edged, this sings with classic flavours of mature Shiraz, offering raspberry, tobacco leaf, leather, fig, white pepper spice. Still plenty of concentration at almost 30 years old, kissed by a flash of kirsch. A great example of what makes The Armagh so special, with a ton of juice running through the mid palate, softened and ready to go but no rush to drink. 100% new oak, split evenly between French and American barrels. Mark Barry winemaker, bottled unfiltered and unfined.
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Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
Angus Hughson, Vinous
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The rich and developed 1994 Shiraz The Armagh is in peak condition, boasting reserved mulberry aromas that are now matched by a strong serve of secondary baked earth, tobacco and dried sage complexity. It's richly textured, soft and welcoming, with a gentle grip over a lengthy finish. While just starting to fade, the 1995 will remain attractive until 2030.
About the producer
Jim Barry is one of Australia’s legendary wine estates. Based in the Clare Valley, Barry was the region’s first qualified winemaker and pioneer of the valley, which has since become a benchmark region for Riesling, as well as being home to some of the world's finest Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.