The ‘GSM blend’ has become an important style in the Barossa.
Max Allen explains this Barossa style as… “gutsy, spicy, leathery, complex and rustic barbecue red wines often made from very old vines”. The Grenache provides lighter, red fruit flavours as well as perfume and spice; Shiraz contributes richer fruit flavours and structure; while Mataro brings earthy and spicy elements and texture to the mix. The three varieties often seamlessly mesh together as a complete blend.
Medium deep crimson, intense blackberry, musky plum hint strawberry aromas with charcuterie notes. Seductive plate with fresh buoyant dark berry meaty flavours, chocolaty textures, lovely Mid-palate richness and acid line. Lovely fruit complexity, richness flavour and structure.
93 POINTS - The Vintage Journal Summer Wine Guide 2023