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This steadfast commitment to personal connections sets Rockford apart, a competitive edge that stems from decades of fostering rapport within the local community. The land upon which Rockford stands boasts a rich history, its buildings and equipment carefully preserved throughout the years, exuding an enchanting antique charm. During the exploration of the premises, the captivating aroma of wine production permeates the air, immersing individuals in a sensory experience that harmoniously blends with the site's distinctive ambiance. Amidst the allure of Rockford's surroundings, the wines themselves take centre stage. Crafted with passion and meticulous attention to detail, they encapsulate the essence of Barossa Valley's terroir. Each sip unveils a delightful flavor profile, a testament to Rockford's dedication to producing wines that captivate the palate and evoke a genuine sense of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert O’Callaghan’s evocative Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is made from grapes sourced from 60 to 140-year-old dry-grown vineyards (most from independent growers) across a range of Barossa soils, altitudes, and micro-climates, the wine represents a rare and important post-colonial Australian aesthetic. This embodiment of the region's rich history and diverse terroir ensures that each bottle of Rockford Basket Press Shiraz carries the legacy of the Barossa, creating an extraordinary sensory experience that speaks to the heritage and artistry of winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of the wine truly lies in its unique wine making techniques. Embracing a tradition that sets it apart, every step is meticulously crafted to capture the essence of its origin. 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Discover the beauty that lies within, as this wine tells a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and the artistry of winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rockford Basket Press Shiraz from the 2002 vintage is an outstanding wine that exemplifies the best of Barossa. Its appearance retains a deep purple\/ruby color with only subtle signs of aging. On the nose, it displays explosive aromatics, accompanied by a level of refinement and freshness that is not commonly found in the Barossa Valley. On the palate, it delivers robust fruit flavors that are well-integrated and rich, with a luscious jammy quality. The wine maintains its elegance and remains as spectacular as ever. While it can easily continue to age for another 5 years, it is currently at its peak drinking stage. The savory sweet fruit profile is accompanied by a rich and chewy texture. The tannins have softened, and the oak integration is seamless. Pleasant fruit notes, earthy undertones, and hints of eucalyptus mingle harmoniously with the integrated wood and tannins. The wine offers a nice length and a well-rounded character. Its high viscosity is notable. The palate reveals explosive flavors of jammy black fruits such as black cherries and elderberries, complemented by touches of tart raspberries, tobacco, leather, mint, and meaty notes. There is also a distinct dark mineral nuance. Despite its full-bodied nature, the wine maintains impeccable balance, with the high alcohol content harmoniously concealed beneath the freshness and abundance of fruit. It retains a medium level of acidity and tannins, creating a cohesive and harmonious experience. The finish is long, showcasing plenty of freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMedium-bodied; classic exercise in restraint; an array of black fruits on a long palate; fine, savoury tannins; minimal oak. - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Halliday, Australian Wine Companion, 94 points \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA crisp, elegant, refreshing style of Shiraz made from 60- to 140-year-old vines, the 2002 vintage, according to winemaker Chris Ringland, produced wines of elegance and crisp acidity because of the long growing season. This fresh, lively yet seriously concentrated effort needs another 2-3 years of bottle age, and should drink well for two decades. Drink 2007-2025. \u003cstrong\u003e- Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, 92 points \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDark ruby color. Huge bouquet of smoky, almost jammy blackberry and black cherry liqueur and cured meat, with intriguing suggestions of dried rose and violet. Fresh and silky, with medium weight and vibrant red and dark berry flavors that expand and sweeten with air. 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During the exploration of the premises, the captivating aroma of wine production permeates the air, immersing individuals in a sensory experience that harmoniously blends with the site's distinctive ambiance. Amidst the allure of Rockford's surroundings, the wines themselves take centre stage. Crafted with passion and meticulous attention to detail, they encapsulate the essence of Barossa Valley's terroir. Each sip unveils a delightful flavor profile, a testament to Rockford's dedication to producing wines that captivate the palate and evoke a genuine sense of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert O’Callaghan’s evocative Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is made from grapes sourced from 60 to 140-year-old dry-grown vineyards (most from independent growers) across a range of Barossa soils, altitudes, and micro-climates, the wine represents a rare and important post-colonial Australian aesthetic. 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During the exploration of the premises, the captivating aroma of wine production permeates the air, immersing individuals in a sensory experience that harmoniously blends with the site's distinctive ambiance. Amidst the allure of Rockford's surroundings, the wines themselves take centre stage. Crafted with passion and meticulous attention to detail, they encapsulate the essence of Barossa Valley's terroir. Each sip unveils a delightful flavor profile, a testament to Rockford's dedication to producing wines that captivate the palate and evoke a genuine sense of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert O’Callaghan’s evocative Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is made from grapes sourced from 60 to 140-year-old dry-grown vineyards (most from independent growers) across a range of Barossa soils, altitudes, and micro-climates, the wine represents a rare and important post-colonial Australian aesthetic. This embodiment of the region's rich history and diverse terroir ensures that each bottle of Rockford Basket Press Shiraz carries the legacy of the Barossa, creating an extraordinary sensory experience that speaks to the heritage and artistry of winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty of the wine truly lies in its unique wine making techniques. Embracing a tradition that sets it apart, every step is meticulously crafted to capture the essence of its origin. The journey begins with hand-picked fruit, carefully selected for its optimal ripeness and quality. Following this, classic Barossa techniques come into play, including the utilization of a 19th-century wooden Bagshaw crusher, open fermentation, and the time-honoured method of basket pressing. As the wine matures, it is nurtured in seasoned 300-litre French and American oak hogsheads, along with 2500-litre vats, allowing it to develop and evolve over a period of two years. 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Discover the beauty that lies within, as this wine tells a story of tradition, craftsmanship, and the artistry of winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium red-purple; this is in the heartland of Barossa Valley shiraz style, the custom-made bottle a throwback to the 1940s; the bouquet is fragrant, and hides no secrets: silky, ripe tannins, abundant blackberry and spice fruit, and oak in perfect unison -\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion, 95 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"o-p c-tasting__description-main-time\"\u003eThis bottle has cosmetic damage to the label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Finer Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStyle - Red Wine\u003cbr\u003eVarietal - Shiraz\u003cbr\u003eCountry - Australia\u003cbr\u003eRegion - Barossa Valley, South Australia\u003cbr\u003eVintage - 2009\u003cbr\u003eBottle Size - 750ml\u003cbr\u003eABV - 14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rockford","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16056031641649,"sku":"RBPSH09","price":349.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/9258\/3217\/products\/rockford-basket-press-shiraz_186f7dbd-771f-40e8-9d5c-79b97dc28e22.png?v=1620347014"},{"product_id":"rockford-basket-press-shiraz-2007","title":"Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2007","description":"\u003cp\u003eRobert O’Callaghan’s evocative Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is a tribute to the Barossa’s 19th and early 20th-century heritage. 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Neatly juxtaposed between powerful and elegant, the Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is beautifully tensioned with exquisite dark berry fruits, inky complexity, underlying roasted chestnut notes and long, muscular but precise tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRockford Basket Press Shiraz 2007 has good hue; made in the usual laid back Rockford style, deliberately traditional and thus a true reflection of the vintage conditions that invest the wine with some briary characters needing time to soften. 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During the exploration of the premises, the captivating aroma of wine production permeates the air, immersing individuals in a sensory experience that harmoniously blends with the site's distinctive ambiance. Amidst the allure of Rockford's surroundings, the wines themselves take centre stage. Crafted with passion and meticulous attention to detail, they encapsulate the essence of Barossa Valley's terroir. Each sip unveils a delightful flavor profile, a testament to Rockford's dedication to producing wines that captivate the palate and evoke a genuine sense of pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRobert O’Callaghan’s evocative Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is made from grapes sourced from 60 to 140-year-old dry-grown vineyards (most from independent growers) across a range of Barossa soils, altitudes, and micro-climates, the wine represents a rare and important post-colonial Australian aesthetic. 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The winemaking process at Rockford is traditional, using basket presses, open-topped slate fermenters, and a 1880s petrol-driven Bagshaw destemmer\/crusher. Rockford's flagship wine is its Basket Press Shiraz, which is aged for two years in French and American oak hogshead barrels before release. The wine has become one of Australia's most sought-after wines and has consistently received high scores from critics. Apart from the Basket Press Shiraz, Rockford has several other top wines in its portfolio, including the Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon, the Sparkling Black Shiraz and the Rod and Spur Cabernet-Shiraz blend. With its dedication to traditional winemaking techniques and partnerships with independent wine growers, Rockford Wines has established itself as one of Australia's most respected wineries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Barossa Valley in Australia is home to the oldest Syrah vines on the planet, with some dating back 140 to 175 years. The region has never been threatened by phylloxera, and the amount of land dedicated to Shiraz in Australia is almost equivalent to that in France. Australian Shiraz has intense flavours and aromas of blackberry, fruitcake, menthol, tobacco leaf and umami. The valley comprises two sub-regions, Eden Valley and the warmer Barossa Valley floor and has a warm Mediterranean climate. The area is home to Australia's largest concentration of old-vine Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvedre and the very best Australian Shiraz from the Barossa Valley will be dense, gloriously complex and capable of long aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRockford Basket Press Shiraz is a wine that pays tribute to the rich heritage of the Barossa Valley. The wine is the brainchild of Robert O'Callaghan, who sources grapes from 60 to 140-year-old dry-grown vineyards across a range of Barossa soils, altitudes and micro-climates. The wine represents a rare and important post-colonial Australian aesthetic, with a soft and medium-bodied style that echoes the landscape of the Barossa and references the great mid 20th-century wines of legendary winemaker Colin Preece. The winemaking process for Rockford Basket Press Shiraz is labour-intensive and involves classic Barossa techniques. The fruit is handpicked and then vinified using a wooden Bagshaw crusher from the 19th century, open fermentation and basket pressing. The wine is matured primarily in seasoned 300-litre French and American oak hogsheads and 2500-litre vats for two years. The resulting wine is neatly juxtaposed between powerful and elegant, with exquisite dark berry fruits, inky complexity, underlying roasted chestnut notes and long, muscular but precise tannins. The wine is beautifully tensioned, making it one of Australia's greatest and most-loved wines. 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This wine is a fine ripe and luscious red, steeped in heady aromas of briary small red and blackberry fruit and enhanced by a measured maturation in smoky chocolate\/vanilla oak. The palate is velvet-smooth and creamy, presenting layer upon layer of ripe cassis, plum and red berry fruit, punctuated by the musky white pepper and liquorice flavours of old Barossa vines. The wine is beautifully balanced, making it a must-try for anyone looking for a traditional Australian red that is anything but ordinary. Overall, Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 1999 is sure to impress any wine enthusiast with its unique character, full ripe black fruit flavours and beautifully balanced tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis still young, full-bodied, pure, incredibly rich 1999 exhibits a kinky nose of Asian spices, ground pepper, flowers, and autumnal forest floor notes. It possesses an inky\/blue\/purple color, full body, fabulous fruit, good acidity, sweet tannin, and a long finish. 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There are also pronounced notes of pungent spices like liquorice and anise, accompanied by oak nuances of cedar and charred wood. Subtle mineral hints of rubber and mature tobacco contribute to its evolving character. On the palate, the wine exhibits a silky smooth texture, with pure expressions of red and blue fruits and a touch of earthiness and smoky tobacco. The flavors of anise, and dark fruits are intertwined, leading to a long finish. With age, this wine has transformed into a beautifully balanced, complex, and refined representation of what Barossa can offer. It possesses a dark and vigorous character without being overly bulky. It will continue to drink well for the next 5+ years. This wine exemplifies the classic style of Barossan Shiraz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn conclusion, it is a highly commendable Barossa Valley Shiraz, displaying an intense and complex nose that showcases typical varietal characteristics. 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Again, elegant and savoury are two words that spring immediately to mind. In some vintages the shiraz leads this wine; this one, on the day, seemed to be showing its cabernet more. But the good thing is that warm-region blends of these two grapes splice together beautifully and don’t tend to allow one of the varieties to dominate. 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The old rifle range is long gone, but the farming land and vineyards that have always been part of the landscape are still there. Because most of our Cabernet Sauvignon comes from vineyards adjacent to Rifle Range Road, it seemed the most appropriate name for this wine which has been part of Rockford since the very beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwner Robert O’Callaghan says “my preference is to produce rich, earthy, soft, generous wines that will age”. Well he’s nailed the brief here. From vines planted along Rifle Range Road just behind the winery, that seemed to have enjoyed the Indian summer conditions of 2018. Here we have all the ripe, dark fruit that you expect from warmer climate Cabernet but it is far from one dimensional. Already shows some cigar box notes and will only gain further earthy complexity with time. 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