16 Stops

This is Shiraz at its most "bright and lively." Instead of heavy oak, you get a rush of juicy plum, blackberry, and a touch of black pepper. The palate is succulent and "fruit-forward," with a clean, uplifting finish that avoids any "jammy" heaviness.

Price: £12.00

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Key information

Region: Riverland, South Australia, Australia

Year: 2021

Alcohol: 14.0%

Info:

Interesting: The name refers to the 16 stops on the train line from Adelaide to the vineyards of McLaren Vale.

Did You Know? The fruit is sourced from high-quality vineyards in McLaren Vale, a region known as the "Middle Kingdom" of Australian wine.

Pairing: A gourmet burger or pulled pork; a backyard BBQ.

Intensity
Delicate
Bold
3.3
Acidity
Softer
Zesty
3.4
Sweetness
Dry
Sweet
1.6
Body
Light
Full
3.8
Tannins
Smooth
Chewy
3.3

Ideal for The Velvet Soul

Your palate has a biological rejection of bitterness and astringency. You may be a "Supertaster" (highly sensitive to bitter compounds), which means high tannins feel physically painful or harsh, like sandpaper on your gums. Your mouth seeks protection - you want wines with higher glycerol (body) and alcohol sweetness to coat your tongue and create a barrier against harsh textures. You judge wine by how seamlessly it glides across your palate.