97 Points
97 Points
97 Points
97 Points
96 Points

Jim Barry 'Armagh' Shiraz 2014

SKU: JBAM201410 UCNZ

$435.00

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The 2014 Jim Barry 'Armagh' Shiraz is a standout example of South Australian winemaking, showcasing extraordinary depth and complexity with an impressive array of aromas and flavors.

This wine has garnered numerous 97-point ratings from esteemed critics, highlighting its harmonious balance of rich fruit, savory notes, and finely integrated oak, making it a treasure for collectors.

With a structure designed for longevity, this Shiraz can be enjoyed now or cellared for decades, continuing to evolve beautifully, revealing new layers of flavor over time.

Critic Scores

97 // Falstaff

"The core is still deep but also garnet-coloured with a broad garnet rim. A touch of leather and milk chocolate precedes the dense plum fruit on the nose. The palate adds a flicker of aromatic black elderberry that lends a slight lift, along with a touch of mint. The palate is still crunchy with fine, starched silk tannin, the fruit at the core is pure and profound. A wonderfully elegant wine, powerful, yes, but with every muscle and sinew defined, elongated, taut and yet soft with creaminess and fruit. A real stylistic evolution of channelling power into elegance."

97 // Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

"The 2014 The Armagh Shiraz that I have in front of me here is bottled under Stelvin. This is sensational: fresh, pert, meaty, savory, ferrous. It has a plump core of fruit in the mouth and is so beautiful, contained and restrained. "Away from rack and return, just sulfur on malo lees and topped," said winemaker Tom Barry. "Rack out at end of maturation period and to bottle." It's really gorgeous, supple and mid-weight. It has 14.1% alcohol and was matured for 16 months in 70% French and 30% American hogsheads (300 liter), 86% new and the balance one year old."

97 // Jane Anson

"Black cherry and raspberry fruit set the tone here, with intense spice, concentrated black chocolate, mocha and cloves. This is stunning, fresh, intense, plenty of lift, a ton of sage and freshly cut herbs, wrapped up in fine but plentiful tannins. Joyful, with a momentum that carries you from start to finish. A vintage that will age slowly and carefully. 70% French oak, 30% American oak for ageing. Tom Barry winemaker, bottled unfiltered and unfined."

97 // James Suckling

"With its deep well of black-fruit, smoked-bacon and dry-earth aromas, this is an imposing and rich shiraz, but it has a stunning harmony of ripeness and fine tannins, the very long, plush finish wonderfully balanced and very complex."

96 // James Halliday's Wine Companion

"This is superbly honed, brimming with power and depth, full-bodied yet there's a certain refinement too. Astonishing colour, all dark ruby and bright with purple tinges, the tannins velvety and savoury, the finish long. Every detail taken care of and the end result a complete wine. Surprisingly approachable, but built to last a considerable distance."

Product Details

Red

2014

Shiraz

Jim Barry Wines

South Australia, Australia

15 Plus Years

Stelvin

14.1%

750ml (Bottle)

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Description

The Jim Barry 'Armagh' Shiraz 2014 is a striking representation of the power and elegance that defines this iconic winery. Displaying a deep crimson hue with a magenta rim, it captivates the senses with intense aromas of rich dark fruits, mocha, and garden herbs. The palate is plush and concentrated, showcasing luscious black cherry and blackberry flavors, complemented by hints of aniseed and beautifully integrated oak.
With 16 months of maturation in 86% new French and American oak, this wine achieves remarkable complexity, characterized by dark chocolate, malt, and tobacco notes. Critics have lauded it for its silky tannins and profound fruit purity, culminating in a bittersweet chinotto finish that lingers beautifully. Rated 97 points by multiple sources, including Robert Parker and James Suckling, this Shiraz promises not only immediate gratification but also a compelling future, aging gracefully for another 20 years or more. Enjoy it now or allow it to develop further in your cellar; either way, it’s sure to impress.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Mocha, Plum

Palate:

Black Fruits, Raspberry, Smoky

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Red Meat

Tasting Notes

Description

The Jim Barry 'Armagh' Shiraz 2014 is a striking representation of the power and elegance that defines this iconic winery. Displaying a deep crimson hue with a magenta rim, it captivates the senses with intense aromas of rich dark fruits, mocha, and garden herbs. The palate is plush and concentrated, showcasing luscious black cherry and blackberry flavors, complemented by hints of aniseed and beautifully integrated oak.

With 16 months of maturation in 86% new French and American oak, this wine achieves remarkable complexity, characterized by dark chocolate, malt, and tobacco notes. Critics have lauded it for its silky tannins and profound fruit purity, culminating in a bittersweet chinotto finish that lingers beautifully. Rated 97 points by multiple sources, including Robert Parker and James Suckling, this Shiraz promises not only immediate gratification but also a compelling future, aging gracefully for another 20 years or more. Enjoy it now or allow it to develop further in your cellar; either way, it’s sure to impress.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Aroma:

Blackberry, Mocha, Plum

Palate:

Black Fruits, Raspberry, Smoky

Food Pairings:

Game

Pork

Red Meat

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