“In the context of the four vintages tasted alongside each other here, the 2018 The Armagh Shiraz is the silkiest, the reddest fruited and the most compact. In my opinion, the best Shirazes/Syrahs in this country present (within a sensible ripening bandwidth) a complex array of both sweet and savory fruit characters, not as a result of too little hang time, or too much, but purely as a result of the interaction between the brine, the soil and the climate. This vineyard and this wine achieves that complexity. So here, while the fruit has a mellifluousness and a suppleness that make it insanely attractive, I would suggest waiting a little longer for this wine to gain the momentum that it surely will gain in another year or two. Equally, if you want to see the pristine, almost sparkling fruit on show, then buy two bottles and open one tonight. It is gorgeous. This was my favorite wine here today for its silky, delicate line of tannin and fruit. In perfect sync.” 98 pts., Erin Larkin, decanter.com
2018 Jim Barry, Armagh Shiraz, Clare Valley 6x75cl
£990 / Case£165 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: En Primeur
8 Available
EnquiryTasting Notes
Robert Parker 98
In the context of the four vintages tasted alongside each other here, the 2018 The Armagh Shiraz is the silkiest, the reddest fruited and the most compact. In my opinion, the best Shirazes/Syrahs in this country present (within a sensible ripening bandwidth) a complex array of both sweet and savory fruit characters, not as a result of too little hang time, or too much, but purely as a result of the interaction between the brine, the soil and the climate. This vineyard and this wine achieves that complexity. So here, while the fruit has a mellifluousness and a suppleness that make it insanely attractive, I would suggest waiting a little longer for this wine to gain the momentum that it surely will gain in another year or two. Equally, if you want to see the pristine, almost sparkling fruit on show, then buy two bottles and open one tonight. It is gorgeous. This was my favorite wine here today for its silky, delicate line of tannin and fruit. In perfect sync.
Anticipated maturity: 2022-2042
| Wine Type | |
|---|---|
| Country | |
| Region | |
| Subregion | |
| Vintage | |
| Producer | |
| Bottle Size | |
| Pack Size | |
| Duty Status | |
| Availability |
Delivery
We generally use specialised fine wine delivery couriers rather than standard couriers, giving a much higher level of care and accuracy in delivering fine wines safely to you. Wines can be delivered duty-paid to UK addresses upon payment of the required duty, VAT, delivery and storage charges (if applicable). Duty and VAT are as set by HMRC at the time of delivery. Delivery charges are based on number of cases to be delivered and are standard for all UK addresses except highlands and islands. Please ask for a quotation for highlands and islands, transfers to another bonded warehouse and for international transfers.
Please read our Delivery page for more details.
Storage
Mr.Wheeler’s Private Reserves offer perfect storage conditions for your fine wine until you are ready to drink or sell it. Our in-bond facilities are temperature and moisture-controlled, fully insured at replacement value, and accessible whenever you want. At Mr.Wheeler’s specialist wine storage facility in Burton-Upon-Trent, all private client reserves are marked with a unique rotation number as required by HM Revenue & Customs for bonded goods. In addition, each case of wine is clearly identifiable, confirming your ownership.
Please read our Fine Wine Storage page for more details.
You Might Also Like
2016 Henschke, Mount Edelstone Shiraz, Eden Valley 6x75cl
2018 Penfolds, Grange, South Australia 6x75cl
2020 Penfolds, Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia 6x75cl
2020 Ben Glaetzer, Amon Ra, Barossa Valley 6x75cl
2019 Penfolds, Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon, South Australia 6x75cl
2020 Penfolds, Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz, South Australia 6x75cl
2019 Ben Glaetzer, Amon Ra, Barossa Valley 6x75cl
2017 Henschke, Mount Edelstone Shiraz, Eden Valley 6x75cl
2015 Henschke, Keyneton Euphonium, Barossa 6x75cl
2020 Penfolds, Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz, South Australia 6x75cl
2016 Ben Glaetzer, Amon Ra, Barossa Valley 6x75cl
