{"product_id":"rockford-basket-press-shiraz-2017-1-5l","title":"Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2017 1.5L","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBasket Press 2017 shows the depth and savoury complexity that define mature Barossa Shiraz.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2017 1.5L is a traditional Barossa Valley Shiraz presented in the slower-maturing Magnum format. Rockford is known for working with old Barossa vineyards and preserving traditional Australian winemaking methods, with Basket Press Shiraz at the heart of that philosophy. The 2017 release combines generous dark fruit with savoury complexity and the firm structure characteristic of this vintage. Blackberry, dark cherry and plum sit alongside liquorice, black olive, smoke and earthy notes. Fine but persistent tannins provide definition beneath the rich fruit, while fresh acidity keeps the palate energetic and balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eWith bottle age, the 2017 has developed increasingly savoury nuances of forest floor, roasted meat and spice while retaining concentrated dark fruit. The palate is deep and broad, with blackberry and blueberry complemented by mocha, dark chocolate and subtle tobacco-like notes. A supple texture is supported by velvety tannins, giving the wine weight without losing shape. Its long finish combines black fruit, spice, liquorice and a lightly bitter cherry character. In the 1.5L format, the wine should continue to evolve gradually, making it particularly well suited to further cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2471\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eNOSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e – Dark, savoury and complex\u003cbr data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e Blackberry, dark cherry and plum with black olive, liquorice, smoke, forest floor and subtle roasted-meat nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2640\"\u003ePALATE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2640\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003e – Concentrated, supple and structured\u003cbr data-start=\"2680\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003e Black and blue fruits are layered with mocha, dark chocolate and savoury spice, supported by fresh acidity and velvety tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2812\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003eFINISH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2825\"\u003e – Long, spicy and persistent\u003cbr data-start=\"2853\" data-end=\"2856\"\u003e Dark cherry, blackberry, liquorice and spice linger over steadily building tannins and a savoury mineral close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"2992\"\u003eReviews \u0026amp; Accolades\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003e“Medium-deep colour with a tinge of purple still remaining at seven years of age. Blackberry, black olive, tar, forest-floor and licorice aromas, a note of roasting meats emerging with age. Very intense and well concentrated palate flavour, deep and long with masses of supple, velvety tannins. Lovely, cuddly middle-aged Barossa shiraz, starting to drink at its peak now.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Huon Hooke, The Real Review, 97 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3245\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3125\" data-end=\"3210\"\u003e“Tasting this graceful Barossa Valley shiraz is like stepping into a time machine back to the region in the 1950s or early 1960s. I love the wide array of ripe yet delicate red fruit aromas and the layered fine tannins that give this enormous textural complexity. Tons of subtle spicy notes at the extremely long velvety finish. Develops so well in the glass I’d expect this to age very well. Drink or hold.”\u003c\/em\u003e — JamesSuckling.com, 97 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3362\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3247\" data-end=\"3323\"\u003e“Deep, shimmering ruby. Dried cherry, blackberry, licorice and woodsmoke on the spice-inflected nose. Concentrated black and blue fruit, floral pastille and mocha flavors are braced by a spine of juicy acidity. Shows firm, spicy cut on the persistent finish, which features steadily emerging tannins and a hint of bitter cherry pit.”\u003c\/em\u003e — Josh Raynolds, Vinous, 93 Points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3382\"\u003eFiner Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3385\"\u003e Brand - Rockford\u003cbr data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003e Style - Red Wine\u003cbr data-start=\"3420\" data-end=\"3423\"\u003e Varietal - Shiraz\u003cbr data-start=\"3440\" data-end=\"3443\"\u003e Country - Australia\u003cbr data-start=\"3462\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003e State - South Australia\u003cbr data-start=\"3488\" data-end=\"3491\"\u003e Region - Barossa Valley\u003cbr data-start=\"3514\" data-end=\"3517\"\u003e Vintage - 2017\u003cbr data-start=\"3531\" data-end=\"3534\"\u003e ABV - 14.1%\u003cbr data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003e Size - 1500ml\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44386689876055,"sku":"RBPSH-17-1.5L","price":799.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/files\/RockfordBasketPressShiraz20171.5Lwbox.webp?v=1790826657","url":"https:\/\/kentstreetcellars.com.au\/products\/rockford-basket-press-shiraz-2017-1-5l","provider":"Kent Street Cellars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}