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It opens with black cherry, raspberry, blackberry and plum, then moves into tilled earth, vanilla, nutmeg, milk chocolate and warm spice. There is a bold, dark-fruited core here, but the lift from Eden Valley fruit gives it a little extra snap and peppery freshness. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eThe palate is rich, dense and generous, with ripe blackberry and plum wrapped in textured tannins and well-balanced oak. It feels full and comforting, but not clumsy, with sweet spice, chocolate and a long, persistent finish. This is proper steak-night Shiraz: dark, smooth, spicy and very easy to understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eFor when\u003c\/strong\u003e you want Barossa Shiraz with comfort, depth and a proper grip on dinner.\u003cbr data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"871\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"885\"\u003ePairs with\u003c\/strong\u003e scotch fillet, charred greens, barbecue brisket, lamb chops, beef stew, smoky aubergine, mature cheddar, or a loaded burger.\u003cbr data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eIf this wine were…\u003c\/strong\u003e a meal, it would be a thick steak on a wooden board, peppercorn sauce on the side and no one checking the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1149\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eSt Hallett is one of the Barossa’s defining Shiraz producers, established by the Lindner family in 1944 and now widely associated with the region’s old vines, grower relationships and deep knowledge of Barossa terroir. 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The palate is full-bodied and commanding, with concentrated black fruit framed by firm, polished tannins and finely judged French oak. Fresh acidity brings definition and lift, keeping the wine poised rather than heavy, before a long, savoury finish of dark fruit, cocoa and tobacco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCabernet Franc leads the blend, bringing perfume and freshness, while Cabernet Sauvignon supplies structure and length. Merlot adds plushness and Petit Verdot contributes colour and intensity. 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