COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUCER
Jim Barry
REGION
South Australia
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barry Bros Shiraz Cabernet from Jim Barry Wines is a red wine from South Australia's Clare Valley. It is a blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, representing a modern interpretation of a classic Australian wine style. The winery was founded in 1959 by Jim Barry, the first qualified winemaker in the Clare Valley, and remains a family-owned estate with three generations involved in winemaking. Jim Barry's influence was instrumental in establishing the Clare Valley as a significant wine region. The winery was recognized as the '2020 Winery of the Year' by the Halliday Wine Companion Awards.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Family-owned winery with three generations of winemakers.
Fact 02
Clare Valley's first qualified winemaker founded the estate.
Fact 03
Winery named '2020 Winery of the Year' by Halliday Wine Companion.
Fact 04
This blend is a contemporary expression of a traditional Australian style.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Barry Bros Shiraz Cabernet is a blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Following harvest, the grapes undergo winemaking processes that emphasize fruit preservation and structure. The wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, a technique that contributes to its complexity and texture. The winemaking philosophy behind this blend is to offer a modern interpretation of a classic Australian wine style.
