Jim Barry The Armagh Shiraz Clare Valley GI

Clare Valley GI, Australia

One of Australia's great single-vineyard Shiraz wines from steep, ancient Clare Valley vines. Blackberry, boysenberry, dark chocolate, pepper, violet and rich earth; full-bodied with velvety tannins and a persistent spice and mineral finish.

Pairing intelligence

• main: The wine's blackberry-pepper concentration and velvety tannins require food of equivalent richness; slow-smoked brisket provides the match.
• main: The Armagh's dark fruit and pepper character are a distinguished companion for native Australian game with indigenous fruit sauces.