Jim Barry

The Armagh Shiraz Clare Valley 2013

The 2013 Jim Barry The Armagh Shiraz is a powerhouse from one of the Clare Valleys most storied vineyard sites. Sourced from low-yielding vines planted in 1968, this vintage was shaped by a warm and dry growing season, resulting in a wine of immense concentration and structural depth. The Armagh is consistently ranked among Australias elite Shiraz, known for its ability to balance sheer fruit power with refined elegance. The nose is a decadent array of dark plums, mulberries, and hints of savory spice and licorice. On the palate, the 2013 is full-bodied and rich, with muscular tannins that have begun to soften into a velvety texture. It displays a characteristic earthy minerality and a long, persistent finish. While it is currently drinking beautifully, this wine has the pedigree to continue evolving in the cellar for another fifteen years.