Experience the bold and opulent Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2020, a tribute to the Clarke family’s heritage and the terroir of the Barossa Valley. This Shiraz boasts dense blackberry and plum fruits, accented by five spice, smoke, and dark chocolate. With a rich, generous palate featuring ripe black plum, black pepper, and liquorice, this wine offers a plush, mouth-filling experience with long, savoury tannins. Perfect for immediate enjoyment or cellaring.
Discover Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2020 – a bold Barossa Valley wine with blackberry, plum, five spice, smoke, and dark chocolate. Enjoy its rich, generous palate with black plum, pepper, and liquorice. Perfect for aging.
Key Features
- Appearance: Inky red with purple hues at the rim.
- Aromatics: Dense blackberry and plum fruits, five spice, smoke, and dark chocolate.
- Palate: Rich and generous with ripe black plum, black pepper, and liquorice. Integrated oak characters and long, savoury tannins.
- Tasting Panel Score: 94/100
Producer Background
Thorn-Clarke, a family-owned winery in the Barossa Valley, draws on a rich heritage of geology and viticulture. The Shotfire range immortalizes the hazardous job of the shotfirer, reflecting the family’s historical connection to gold mining. The 2020 Shotfire Shiraz exemplifies the dedication and craftsmanship that goes into every bottle, showcasing the unique terroir of Thorn-Clarke’s vineyards.
Flavour Profile
The Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2020 delivers an opulent and complex flavour profile. Dense blackberry and plum fruits dominate the nose, complemented by five spice, smoke, and dark chocolate. The palate is rich and generous, with ripe black plum, black pepper, and liquorice in abundance. Integrated oak characters add complexity, while long, savoury tannins provide structure and balance. This Shiraz is destined to be a long-lived vintage, rewarding cellaring but also vibrant and expressive for immediate enjoyment.
Food Pairings
This robust Shiraz pairs wonderfully with a variety of hearty dishes. Enjoy it with:
- Grilled or roasted red meats, such as beef or lamb
- Rich stews and braised dishes
- Aged cheeses, such as cheddar or gouda
- Dark chocolate desserts
Ideal for both casual and elegant gatherings, the Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2020 is a versatile and refined wine that enhances any meal with its bold flavours and complex finish. Experience the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Thorn-Clarke with every sip.