Paul Osicka Shiraz is a robust Australian red built for bold food pairings. Ripe dark fruit meets subtle spice and well-integrated oak, delivering a full-bodied profile with polished tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long and savory, making it a versatile companion to grilled meats, barbecued dishes, and aged cheeses. Best served slightly below room temperature.
Tasting notes
- Appearance: Deep ruby with purple reflections
- Aroma: Blackberry, plum, and hints of black pepper, dark chocolate, and vanilla/oak
- Palate: Full-bodied; flavors of blackberry and plum, with licorice, cocoa, and spice; firm, refined tannins; balanced acidity
- Finish: Long and savory, with lingering peppery spice and oak notes
- Style cues: Rich, immediate appeal with structure to age gracefully still-present tannins for shorter-term cellaring