Sign In

2016 d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz (Screwcap)

Not Currently In Auction

Latest Sale Price

August 14, 2022 - $36

Estimate

RATINGS

94The Wine Advocate

...gentle cedary aromas underlain by brooding dark berries. Rich, concentrated and full-bodied, it's densely textured and packed with notes of blackberries, asphalt, black olives and dried spices. The oak is always in the background and actually adds an element of freshness... The wine's considerable tannins are fine-grained...silky on the finish.

94James Suckling

Impressive richness and depth from the outset here. The nose has rich dark-plum, chocolate and earth aromas with such poise and richness. The palate is full-bodied with saturated plums and blackberries. Long, ribbony tannins.

92Wine Enthusiast

...dense thicket of brambly berries imbued with Middle Eastern spices and mocha-like oak characters, this leads to a palate that's rich and round with a bit of heat from the alcohol...tangy fruit and chiseled...

16.5Jancis Robinson

Powerful nose – oaky, creamy and dark brooding spice. Nicely tuned and firm tannins add good grip to a saline-dominated palate with dark cherries and sweet spice.

REGION

Australia, South Australia, McLaren Vale

South Australia is the nation’s most important wine region. South Australia is to Australia what California is to the U.S. About half of Australia’s wine comes from South Australia and many of the country’s most acclaimed producers are there. Wineries based in South Australia include Penfolds Grange, Torbreck, Amon Ra, Henschke and Jacob’s Creek. The prestigious Barossa Valley is located in South Australia, and is often compared to Napa Valley because it is gorgeous topography covered in grape vines. First farmed by 19th century German-speakers who immigrated from what is now Poland, the Barossa Valley is the crown jewel of the region. South Australia has widely varying climates, from very hot, dry areas to cooler, high altitude areas. There are more than 150,000 acres of vineyards in South Australia, with more being planted each month. Shiraz is king, though the region also produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Semillon.

TYPE

Red Wine, Syrah (Shiraz)

This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.