Jim Barry 'The Armagh' Shiraz 2016

Since establishing the winery in 1959, the Barry family has become synonymous with Clare Valley excellence. “The Armagh” represents the pinnacle of their craft—a single-vineyard Shiraz planted in 1968 on a north-facing slope of ancient terra rossa soils. Revered as one of Australia’s great wines, it combines the power of its site with the precision and polish of modern winemaking, yielding a Shiraz of remarkable longevity and grace.

Grape Varietals: 100% Shiraz

Wine Region: Clare Valley, South Australia

Tasting Notes: Opaque purple with a lifted nose of blackberry, blueberry, graphite, and dark chocolate layered with hints of clove and cedar. The palate is full-bodied yet refined, showing dense black fruit, espresso, and spice, framed by supple tannins and fresh acidity. The finish is long and seamless, echoing plum, licorice, and toasted oak.

Food Pairing: Chargrilled tomahawk steak, braised short ribs, or roast duck with black cherry glaze.

Ratings:

• Robert Parker 99/100
• James Halliday 98/100
• James Suckling 98/100