Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2000 - Barossa Valley - Premium Australian Red WineProducer: Rockford Wines, Barossa Valley, South AustraliaVintage: 2000Varietal: Shiraz (Black Shiraz)Region: Barossa ValleyBottle Size: 750mlCondition: Sealed - Vintage CollectibleDescriptionThis is an exceptional example of Rockford's celebrated Basket Press Shiraz from the 2000 vintage, one of the winery's most iconic and sought-after releases. The Basket Press Shiraz represents the pinnacle of traditional winemaking craftsmanship, employing the heritage basket press method to extract maximum flavour and complexity from premium Barossa Valley fruit.Tasting ProfileAs noted on the bottle's back label by winemaker Robert O'Callaghan, this is "Black Shiraz" - the sort of stuff weaned on, uniquely Australian. Loaded with rich ripe fruit flavour and very fine tannin, it's a big old-fashioned red that will put a smile on the faces of all those who drink it. The biggest smiles will belong to those patient enough to put it away in the cellar for 10 years.Cellaring PotentialThe 2000 vintage is now 26 years old and has reached an excellent drinking window. This wine was specifically crafted for extended cellaring, with the structure and tannin profile to develop gracefully over decades. Ideal for collectors seeking mature, fully-developed Barossa Shiraz with proven longevity.Bottle ConditionBottle shows age-appropriate characteristics. Label is intact with minor wear consistent with 26 years of storage. Capsule is original. Fill level appears appropriate for vintage. This is a genuine aged bottle, not a recently released vintage wine.Provenance & CollectibilityRockford Basket Press Shiraz is recognised internationally as one of Australia's greatest red wines. The 2000 vintage is particularly celebrated and represents a pinnacle year for the Barossa Valley. This wine has demonstrated exceptional aging potential and is now at optimal maturity for serious collectors and enthusiasts of premium Australian Shiraz.About Rockford WinesFounded by Robert O'Callaghan, Rockford is renowned for its commitment to traditional winemaking methods and uncompromising quality. The Basket Press technique, a labour-intensive process, remains central to the winery's philosophy and produces wines of remarkable depth and character.Sold as described. Buyer to inspect prior to bidding where possible. This is a collectible vintage wine - storage conditions prior to auction unknown. Recommended for serious collectors only.
Location of item: 148 Main Street, Beverley, SA, Australia
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