In this episode, we dive into the highly anticipated 2023 vintage of The Standish Wine Company's four Shiraz from the iconic Barossa Valley. Through a blind tasting of each unique wines, Angus and Master Sommelier Carlos explore complex flavour profiles, winemaking techniques, and personal preferences.

Alongside tasting notes, the conversation delves into the sustainability practices within the wine industry, offers wine pairing suggestions, and answers audience questions about aging potential and sommelier recommendations.

Wine #1 - Single Vineyard Shiraz
Wine #2 - Schubert Theorem
Wine #3 - Lamella
Wine #4 - Relic

Can it live up to the 2022 '100 point' wine score?

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Top Takeaways:

• The 2023 Standish Shiraz vintage offers exceptional depth and complexity.
• Blind tasting enables a more honest, unbiased assessment of each wine.
• Each wine is a reflection of specific winemaking techniques and terroir.
• Sustainability is increasingly shaping modern wine production.
• Letting wine breathe is essential for optimal tasting.
• Palate preferences vary widely—even among experienced tasters.
• The Barossa Valley continues to deliver bold, flavour-driven wines.
• Smart wine pairing elevates the overall tasting experience.
• Some Shiraz wines have excellent aging potential, while others shine in youth.

Chapters:

00:00 – Exploring the 2023 Standish Shiraz Vintage

02:59 – Blind Tasting Methodology and Initial Impressions

06:14 – In-Depth Wine Analysis and Flavour Profiles

08:56 – Comparative Tasting: Identifying Favourites

12:00 – Revealing the Wines and Final Thoughts

14:53 – Sustainability in Winemaking and Audience Q&A

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