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Barossa Valley 1997 Shiraz

Source-supported draft: Barossa Valley Shiraz 1997 is Very Good, with powerful Shiraz from a hot, stress-prone year but less consistency than 1996 or 1998. Buy recognised old-vine producers selectively and avoid heat-stressed bottles.

89 - Very Good
Score89
ConfidenceHigh
MaturityMature
Window2004-2025

Vivintage verdict

Very Good

Source-supported draft: Barossa Valley Shiraz 1997 is Very Good, with powerful Shiraz from a hot, stress-prone year but less consistency than 1996 or 1998. Buy recognised old-vine producers selectively and avoid heat-stressed bottles.

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