2017 Clonakilla O'Riada Shiraz

Deep dark red core with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Elevated spicy red berry and liquorice aromas overlaid by hints of violets and clove are followed by smoky vanillin cedar, dried meats and pepper. Medium weight at best and possessing a very elegant feel the palate serves up ripe red cherry and red liquorice flavours laced with clove over some earthy meatiness and spice. Finely grained, well integrated tannins. Balanced acidity finishing with an aftertaste of spicy red fruits, smoky clove, earthy dried meats and pepper.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 13.5%

Other Reviews…
I hope and pray that Clonakilla O’Riada Shiraz remains at this price level.
It’s not about me but: I love this wine. It’s built on acidity and spice as much as it is on fruit and tannin. It’s direct, it’s exotic, it’s meaty and floral, but it’s also laced with black cherry and fennel. It has velocity and tension. It is simply a beautiful, modern red wine in the best says of the word(s). Drink 2019-2026+
94 points
Campbell Mattinson – The Wine Front