Description / Reviews
"This is an Amarone/Appassimento style wine. The grapes are hand-picked and laid onto racks to semi-dry. The length of drying time varies each year and is influenced by the ripeness of the grape, the ambient heat and humidity and the flavour on tasting. The drying process intensifies the flavours whilst maintaining the structure and natural acids of the grape. Wild ferment, open vats, hand plunged daily." - Hobbs, Winemaker
"Barossa Ranges shiraz made 'amarone' style; picked and then semi-dried on racks before fermentation and pressing, a style that the Hobbsys have done very well over the years. Dark berry, cherry and plum fruits with a graphite edge, spice, olive tapenade, tamari, biltong, tea leaves and earth. Rich, smooth and leaning towards savoury on the exit, with bright plum skin acidity driving the wine forward and a distinct meaty edge to the dark, spicy fruit." - 93 Points, Dave Brookes, Halliday Wine Companion
"This entry-level Hobbs 2020 Shiraz Tin Lids Aria Secca is certainly not shy as it oozes jammy blackberry and cherry aromas with warming alcohol and cherry oak. A big hit of luscious flavor follows but lacks sustenance and fades on the finish." - Angus Hughson, Vinous
