Rockford Wines Special Vineyard Selection Shiraz 1996 - Barossa Valley - Vintage Collectible Producer: Rockford Wines, Barossa Valley, South Australia Condition: Sealed - Vintage Wine Key Specifications Vintage: 1996 Varietal: Shiraz Region: Flaxman Valley, Barossa Valley Alcohol Content: 14.5% vol Bottle Format: 750ml Standard Production Type: Special Vineyard Selection Bottle Details Capsule: Black foil with Rockford branding Label: Original vintage label with hand-signed certification by winemaker Robert O'Callaghan Bottle Condition: Intact with minor age-related patina on label Fill Level: Appears consistent with age expectations Provenance & Background This is a Special Vineyard Selection release from Rockford's acclaimed 1996 vintage. According to the back label, this wine was produced from some of the finest old, low-yielding vineyards in the Barossa, with grapes vinified separately and then matured in a variety of oak for two years. The result is a delicious array of flavours that Chris Ringland (Rockford's winemaker) describes as having a distinctive scope of flavours that slide across the palate. The wine carries the spirit of Black Shiraz, a varietal Rockford has championed since before it was fashionable. The label notes that a small portion of the vineyard was off-vintage under the SVS label. Condition Notes Vintage 1996 wine in original condition. Label shows age-appropriate wear and patina consistent with 30 years of storage. Capsule intact. Bottle structure sound. This is a mature vintage wine suitable for experienced collectors and enthusiasts familiar with aged Barossa Shiraz. Provenance: Private collection. Storage conditions unknown prior to acquisition. Collectibility & Value Rockford's 1996 Shiraz represents a significant vintage from the Barossa Valley during a period when the region was establishing its reputation for premium Shiraz production. The Special Vineyard Selection designation indicates this was a premium release. The hand-signed label by Robert O'Callaghan adds authenticity and collector appeal. Barossa Shiraz from the 1990s has demonstrated strong appreciation among wine collectors, particularly examples from respected producers like Rockford. This vintage is now 30 years old and represents a snapshot of Australian winemaking from that era. Buyer to inspect prior to bidding. Sold as described. Wine auctions are sold without warranty as to drinkability or condition of contents. Buyer assumes all responsibility for assessment of wine condition and suitability for consumption or collection. Pickup only from [Location]. Please note: This is a vintage wine and may require specialist handling and storage.
Location of item: 148 Main Street, Beverley, SA, Australia
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