{"product_id":"2013-st-hallett-old-block-shiraz-750ml","title":"2013 St Hallett Old Block Shiraz 750ml","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2013 St Hallett Old Block Shiraz is a distinguished expression of Barossa Valley Shiraz, showcasing the depth, concentration and elegance of some of Australia's most treasured old-vine vineyards. As the flagship wine of St Hallett, Old Block has earned an enduring reputation for its rich fruit character, refined structure and impressive ageing potential.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 1944, St Hallett is one of the Barossa's most respected wineries, renowned for its dedication to Shiraz and the preservation of historic vineyards. Old Block represents the pinnacle of the winery's portfolio, drawing on carefully selected parcels of mature vines to create a wine of exceptional complexity and regional character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2013 vintage produced a powerful and concentrated expression of Barossa Shiraz, combining generous fruit richness with structure and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bouquet reveals layers of blackberry, blackcurrant, dark plum and ripe cherry, complemented by liquorice, dark chocolate, black pepper and warm baking spices. With more than a decade of bottle maturation, the wine may also display developing notes of cedar, leather, tobacco and earthy savouriness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe palate is full-bodied and richly textured, delivering concentrated dark berry fruit, plum and mocha supported by fine, mature tannins. Integrated oak adds subtle notes of vanilla, cedar and spice, while balanced acidity maintains freshness and definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe finish is long, complex and satisfying, with lingering dark fruit, savoury spice and elegant earthy undertones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow entering a rewarding stage of maturity, the 2013 St Hallett Old Block Shiraz offers an excellent opportunity to experience a classic Barossa icon with the added complexity of bottle age. A compelling choice for collectors and enthusiasts of mature Australian Shiraz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e St Hallett\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Old Block Shiraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2013\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Barossa, South Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shiraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full-Bodied Dry Red\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Selected Old-Vine Barossa Vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Now–2033\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry-aged ribeye, roast lamb, slow-braised beef cheeks, venison, grilled wagyu, mushroom dishes, aged cheddar and mature hard cheeses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oddbins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67868598960430,"sku":"2210244834","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/2013StHallettOldBlockShiraz750ml.png?v=1793683741","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/2013-st-hallett-old-block-shiraz-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}