The 2019 Jim Barry The McRae Wood Shiraz is a benchmark Clare Valley Shiraz, presented here in a rare 6L Imperial format, designed for collectors and long-term cellaring. Sourced from the historic McRae Wood vineyard (planted in 1964), the wine is crafted from premium parcels - including fruit originally destined for the flagship Armagh - delivering both power and refinement.
The nose is rich and layered, showing blackberry, plum and blackcurrant, alongside spice, liquorice and savoury notes of cured meat and herbs. There is a distinctive Clare Valley profile, combining dark fruit intensity with earthy complexity and aromatic lift.
On the palate, it is full-bodied with a structured yet seamless texture and fine, sinewy tannins. Concentrated dark fruit, spice and mineral elements are supported by balanced acidity, leading to a long, powerful and brooding finish. The 2019 vintage is noted for its depth and ageing potential, with firm structure that will evolve beautifully over time.
The 6L Cellar Release format significantly slows the ageing process, allowing the wine to develop greater complexity and integration over decades, making it ideal for serious collectors and special occasions.
