Hobbs of Barossa Ranges Tin Lids Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 - Museum Release

Tasting Note

Deep crimson red with a purple hue, this wine opens with aromas of blueberries and prunes layered alongside pepper, cigar box, herbs and hints of leather. The palate shows wonderful depth and balance, carrying notes of blueberries, herbs and spice through to soft, generous tannins and a bright line of natural acidity.

Awards & Accolades

93 Points
Winepilot

A fine example of the great Aussie blend, from Barossa Ranges fruit (a 60% 40% blend). Made from handpicked fruit from an excellent vintage, naturally fermented in open 500 litre vats with daily hand plunging, it then spent a year maturing in aged French hogsheads. Inky purple in colour, the nose has focus but still offers some oomph and punch, but always nicely kept in check and well balanced. Notes of chocolate, mocha, tobacco leaf, leather, licorice and coffee beans. The palate is seamless and exhibits a delightful touch of freshness throughout. The finish lingers nicely. Full of flavour, the wine has an unexpected lightness, which really appeals. So much to like here. Five to eight years, likely more, ahead of it.

92 Points
Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Redolent of sage, black pepper, cassis and blueberries, the 2019 Tin Lids Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon features some lifted, minty notes as well as hints of cedar and vanilla. It’s full-bodied, concentrated and expansive on the palate, marked by supple tannins and a long, palate-staining and licorice-tinged finish. Big and bold, it’s not for lovers of restraint or subtlety.
- Erin Larkin

Viticulture & Winemaking

2019 was one of the driest growing seasons we’ve experienced. Extremely low rainfall through the season with higher-than-average temperatures in January and February and continuing very warm weather through March, April resulting in the lowest-yielding Barossa harvest of the past decade. Despite the challenges of the dry season, most importantly the quality of fruit is exceptional.

The 2019 fruit was handpicked. Naturally fermented in open 500L vats with gentle hand plunging each day. The wine has been matured in used French oak Hogsheads for 12 months.

Food Pairing

A perfect pairing for this shiraz cabernet sauvignon blend is a BBQ – spiced sausages and lamb chops or char grilled spatchcock.