2022 McPherson Dont Tell Gary Victorian Shiraz

94 Points Sam Kim
In stock
A stunning price for such a popular and highly-awarded Shiraz! Previous vintages of our customer favourite Don't Tell Gary label have scooped the shows including #1 Shiraz in Cuisine, while the 2021 scored Gold & 95/100 at the International Wine Challenge and confirmed the same stellar result at Melbourne, at Queensland, and at Australia's National Cool Climate show. From a premium Victorian producer, the name "Don't Tell Gary" is an intriguing reference to the wine's quality-for-value ratio. Fruit from an old vine single-vineyard was secretly fermented in lots of new and "ridiculously expensive" French oak. Gary is the name of the winery accountant who wasn't allowed to know about it. A remarkable wine for the price, the Don't Tell Gary is a steal!
Elsewhere up to $24.99 Save $4.00 $20.99 in mixed 6+ or $23.99 per bottle

Grape

Shiraz

Its Origins

"McPherson Wines is, by any standards, a substantial business. Its wines are largely produced for the export market, with enough sales in Australia to gain some measure of recognition here. Made at various locations from the estate vineyards and contract-grown grapes, they represent very good value. McPherson Wines is a joint venture between Andrew McPherson and Alister Purbrick (Tahbilk), both of whom have had a lifetime of experience in the industry. Quality is unfailingly good." — James Halliday

What The Critics Say

5 Stars and 94/100 Wine Orbit, Sam Kim

"Opulent and enticing, the perfumed bouquet shows black and purple fruit intensity, cedar, clove and dark chocolate aromas. It’s concentrated and richly textured in the mouth, delivering plump mouthfeel backed by layers of silky tannins, finishing superbly long and satisfying." Drink 2024 - 2034

5 Stars and 93/100 The Wine Writer

"Deep ruby hue with aromas of violets, plum, Christmas spices, bramble berries, and a hint of white pepper. Big and ripe on the palate, with sweet fruit and spice leading to a smooth, lingering finish of espresso and chocolate. Soft, ripe tannins lend structure to the powerful fruit—lush and bold, perfect for a smoky slab of barbecued goodness."

Number 1 Shiraz in Cuisine Tasting 2020 (2018 vintage)

"This wine is all about allowing the fruit to sing and, boy, does it; this is a delicious example of a cooler-climate shiraz with floral blueberry and blackberry fruits and just a hint of pepper spice. The succulent berry and black-fruit characters flow on through to the palate with acidity and silky tannin polish supporting a luxe finish. Perfectly described by head judge Ben as a shiraz with poise, presence and personality."

Variety Shiraz / Syrah
Region Victoria
Closure Cap
Volume 750ml
Alcohol 14.50%
Maturity 2024 - 2034

This Wine Goes Well With

with BBQ
with BEEF
with LAMB

Taste

4

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