2015 Castagna Sparkling Genesis Syrah Port Cask Barossa Shiraz comes with expectations

Barossa Shiraz comes with expectations - big

Campbell Mattinson

A classic Margaret River Cabernet

At its best: now to 2034

but past vertical tastings suggest that this wine can develop nicely for a decade or more

2015 Castagna Sparkling Genesis Syrah Port Cask Barossa Shiraz comes with expectationsAn arresting expression of Syrah from the granitic soils of Beechworth, Castagnas Sparkling Genesis is anything but conventional. Made in the mthode traditionnelle, this singular sparkling red combines elegance and gravitas in equal measure. Fine, persistent bubbles carry lifted aromatics of dark cherry, blood plum and wild blackberry, interwoven with layers of black pepper, spice and dried rose petals. The palate is poised and savoury, with