Ranked #30 of 186 2019 Shiraz from Barossa Valley
96/100
5 Stars
Huon Hooke
Very deep purple/red colour with glass-staining residue, the bouquet loaded with , earthy, ferrous aromas that suggest ironstone and dried blood. The wine is very full-bodied, densely structured, highly concentrated and gripping, with masses of tannin. Chewy aftertaste that lingers long and echoes with multiple spices, especially cinnamon, clove and indeed, all of the five-spices. Tremendous length and impact: very much a western Barossa style of shiraz. (Saw 12 months in American and French oak barrels, 41% new)
Tasted: 23/06/2021
Drink: 2023 to 2044
94 Points James Halliday
Matured 12 months in both American oak (32% new and 29% 1yo) and French hogsheads and puncheons (9% new and 30% 1yo). Marananga parades its depth, density and gloss to full effect. The dry and warm 2019 season builds significant presence of black plum and blackberry fruit, fresh licorice straps and even a spicy fruit compote feel. Firm, fine drying tannins speak both of the season and the house, commanding all the longevity to be expected of both. A powerful if assertive take on Marananga. Drink to 2039.
Tyson Stelzer. August, 2022