The 2020 Seppeltsfield No. EC405 Barossa Shiraz Mataro is a powerful yet structured red blend that continues the long Barossa tradition of combining Shiraz with Mataro for depth, savoury complexity and aging potential. The nose is rich and expressive, revealing aromas of blackberry, dark plum and black cherry layered with notes of pepper spice, dried herbs, graphite and subtle earthy savouriness. The Mataro component adds an extra dimension of rustic spice and structure to the wine.
On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with firm yet polished tannins and balanced acidity giving the wine both weight and freshness. Concentrated dark fruit flavours of blackberry, cassis and plum are supported by savoury spice, cocoa, graphite and subtle oak influence from maturation in seasoned French oak hogsheads. The texture is dense and layered without becoming overly heavy, while the finish is long, structured and persistent with fine savoury detail.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this Shiraz Mataro blend is an excellent choice for customers who enjoy classic Barossa reds with richness, savoury complexity and strong cellaring potential. Particularly well suited to slow-cooked beef brisket, grilled lamb, roast pork or hearty mushroom dishes. Drinking well now with decanting, though the structure and concentration will reward careful cellaring over the next 8–15 years as additional earthy and spice-driven complexity develops.
