The Jim Barry The Armagh Shiraz 2021 is a wine of exceptional character and finesse, showcasing the outstanding potential of the Armagh Vineyard in the Clare Valley. Named by the original Irish settlers in 1849, the Armagh vineyard was planted by Jim Barry in 1968 and remains one of the Clare Valley’s most prized and low-yielding sites, producing less than two tonnes per acre. The vineyard’s north-west facing slope acts as a natural sun trap, ensuring full ripeness of the fruit, while the sandy gravel soils and Mediterranean climate provide the perfect conditions for crafting a Shiraz of depth and complexity.
The 2021 vintage of The Armagh Shiraz is an extraordinary example of the power and elegance that this vineyard can produce. Vibrant fruit aromas of blueberry, redcurrant, and purple fruits lead the nose, supported by nuanced notes of sage, violets, liquorice, and Kalamata olive tapenade. The palate bursts with layers of dark fruit, including cranberry, blackberry, and a perfumed orange oil finish. Fine tannins and a burst of mulberry acidity create a long, expansive finish, while a touch of fresh herbs and spice adds complexity. This vintage magnifies all the best qualities of the vineyard, resulting in a wine of exceptional tension, energy, and precision.
The Jim Barry The Armagh Shiraz 2021 is a wine of exceptional character and finesse, showcasing the outstanding potential of the Armagh Vineyard in the Clare Valley. Named by the original Irish settlers in 1849, the Armagh vineyard was planted by Jim Barry in 1968 and remains one of the Clare Valley’s most prized and low-yielding sites, producing less than two tonnes per acre. The vineyard’s north-west facing slope acts as a natural sun trap, ensuring full ripeness of the fruit, while the sandy gravel soils and Mediterranean climate provide the perfect conditions for crafting a Shiraz of depth and complexity.
The 2021 vintage of The Armagh Shiraz is an extraordinary example of the power and elegance that this vineyard can produce. Vibrant fruit aromas of blueberry, redcurrant, and purple fruits lead the nose, supported by nuanced notes of sage, violets, liquorice, and Kalamata olive tapenade. The palate bursts with layers of dark fruit, including cranberry, blackberry, and a perfumed orange oil finish. Fine tannins and a burst of mulberry acidity create a long, expansive finish, while a touch of fresh herbs and spice adds complexity. This vintage magnifies all the best qualities of the vineyard, resulting in a wine of exceptional tension, energy, and precision.
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