“Moppa Shiraz is named after the small district of Moppa, just North of
Greenock, where the Kalleske farm and vineyard was established in 1853. Sourced
entirely from our Kalleske Moppa vineyard, a trace of Viognier and Petit Verdot
has been added to this Shiraz giving it a contemporary edge. It is dark
red-purple in colour with aromas of perfume, chocolate, dried herb and a touch
of pepper spice. The palate is stylish and juicy with supple but solid tannins
adding good structure and pleasing chewiness to the wine. Complex, layered and
lengthy, this discerning wine can be enjoyed now but will also cellar well.”
Kalleske, Barossa Valley.
“Dark dense purple; a rich, lifted and complex bouquet is followed by a
full-bodied and no less complex palate, seemingly riper than the alcohol
suggests. There is a lift to the flavour, but whether or not this is due to the
trace of viognier and petit verdot is hard to say. Rating: 94, Drink by: 2025,
Alcohol: 14%” James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2011
“This has a dense and deep nose with red fruits and some dark berries too.
There's a deeper, earthy beetroot side and bright, spicy lift, thanks to a
splash of viognier. The palate's smooth and polished, and easy tannins roll in
amid lingering, sweet summer berry flavour. Balanced and approachable, smooth
and even. Rating: 91, Drinking: 2013” Nick Stock, The Penguin Good Australian
Wine Guide 2010