{"product_id":"jim-barry-the-armagh-shiraz-2023","title":"Jim Barry The Armagh Shiraz 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne of Clare Valley’s most iconic Shiraz vineyards, planted by Jim Barry in 1968.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJim Barry The Armagh Shiraz 2023 is a single-vineyard Clare Valley Shiraz produced from vines planted by Jim Barry in 1968. The vineyard lies approximately two kilometres northwest of Clare township on a northwest-facing slope, where its position captures ample sunlight while the Clare Valley's cool night-time conditions help retain freshness and natural acidity. Low-yielding old vines grow in sandy, gravelly soils and produce small, intensely flavoured berries with excellent concentration. The 2023 vintage combines this natural depth with a particularly refined and controlled expression of The Armagh's traditionally powerful style. Dark forest berries, blackberry and raspberry are layered with graphite, dark chocolate, green olive and savoury spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is concentrated yet composed, showing dark berry fruit alongside espresso, mocha, roasted chestnut and subtle vanilla notes. Fine, silky tannins give the wine structure without overwhelming the fruit, while bright acidity maintains freshness through the dense mid-palate. Savoury notes of leather, herbs and graphite add complexity, with restrained oak seasoning supporting rather than dominating the wine. The balance between concentration and elegance is particularly notable in the 2023 release, allowing the wine to carry substantial flavour while retaining definition and lift. Its long, structured finish and old-vine concentration give it significant potential for further development in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Concentrated, perfumed and savoury\u003cbr\u003eBlackberry, elderberry and dark forest fruits with graphite, dark chocolate, white pepper, green olive, leather and roasted chestnut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Rich, structured and finely balanced\u003cbr\u003eBlackberry and raspberry fruit are layered with espresso, mocha and dark chocolate, supported by silky tannins, lively acidity and restrained savoury oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Long, firm and persistent\u003cbr\u003eDark berries, aniseed, graphite and savoury spice linger over fine tannins with impressive freshness and length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalliday Wine Companion 2027 – Shiraz of the Year – 99 Points — Mike Bennie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Jim Barry\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eState - South Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Clare Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2023\u003cbr\u003eABV - 13.9%\u003cbr\u003eSize - 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jim Barry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44386570272855,"sku":"JBTASH-23","price":459.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/006a2f3a-9948-4550-85cf-ff4292123960.webp?v=1790819852","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/jim-barry-the-armagh-shiraz-2023","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}