{"product_id":"rockford-basket-press-shiraz-2015-1-5l","title":"Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2015 1.5L","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArguably the Barossa’s most emblematic Shiraz, presented in the magnificent 1.5L Magnum format.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockford Basket Press Shiraz 2015 is a classic expression of Barossa Valley Shiraz, assembled from parcels supplied by small independent growers across the region. Rockford regards Basket Press as the wine that most clearly represents its traditional approach to Australian winemaking, drawing on the knowledge and practices of earlier generations. The 2015 growing season began with good winter rainfall, followed by a dry spring and a warm start to summer before cooler January conditions brought welcome rain. Hot weather returned in February and accelerated the vintage, with most fruit harvested by the middle of March. Slightly reduced yields resulted in fruit with impressive richness and concentration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasket Press Shiraz is produced using traditional winery equipment dating from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries before maturation for around two years in predominantly seasoned American and French oak hogsheads. This restrained use of mature oak allows the fruit and regional character to remain central to the wine rather than being overwhelmed by new oak. The 2015 combines dark berry and plum fruit with earthy, savoury and gently spiced characters, supported by supple tannins and balanced freshness. Richness and concentration are matched by the softness that Rockford specifically identified as a hallmark of the vintage. In magnum format, the wine offers particularly strong potential for slow, graceful bottle development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Rich, dark-fruited and savoury\u003cbr\u003eBlackberry, plum and dark berry fruit with earthy undertones, gentle spice, dark chocolate and subtle seasoned-oak complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Concentrated, soft and balanced\u003cbr\u003eGenerous dark fruit carries through a full-bodied palate framed by supple tannins, fresh acidity and restrained American and French oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e– Persistent, earthy and composed\u003cbr\u003eDark fruit and savoury spice linger through soft tannins and balanced freshness, leaving a long and traditionally styled Barossa finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Nearly 30 parcels of old, dry-grown fruit from some of the finest grape-growing families in the Barossa. Open-fermented and matured in American and French oak for nearly 2 years. Deep colour; arguably the Barossa's most emblematic shiraz, faithfully reflecting the best features of a seamless assembly of district flavours picked at precisely the right time. This is fruit talking, not alcohol, not oak, not rough tannins. Drink by 2055.”\u003c\/em\u003e — James Halliday, Halliday Wine Companion, 97 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Aromas of coal, tar and crushed blackberries with dark chocolate as well. Full-bodied and very soft-tannined. Plenty of flavor at the finish. So balanced and pretty now. Drink or hold.”\u003c\/em\u003e — James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, 94 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial Value Wine — Halliday Wine Companion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrand - Rockford\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eState - South Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Barossa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2015\u003cbr\u003eABV - 14.0%\u003cbr\u003eSize - 1500ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44390242746455,"sku":"RBPSH-15-1.5L","price":799.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/0b851de0-754c-43bf-8aa3-68535a1e8b8a.webp?v=1790898463","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/rockford-basket-press-shiraz-2015-1-5l","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}