The more I sample Tim Smith's Mataros, the more he is becoming the Barossa Mataro boss - in my mind at least. This release is sublime. Exquisite. Would you find better I ask?
Blue fruits and blackberries sing early. It's so fruit-driven - this is something! I remember talking to Smith in mid-2021. He was bouncing on the balls of his feet when discussing the Barossa 2021. A quote that has never slipped my mind is, "Believe the hype."
He's right too. There is a delicacy and juicy factor here. Medium to full-bodied, it's precise and laser-focused yet it exudes so much pleasure and class. Some earthiness, wallet leather and dried herb come with the territory, but there is a prettiness here too. It's attractive and lively - think dried petals with a mandarin or orange peel touch. But before rounding off, this does one better. This bumps up. It's vibey and energetic to close. Many Mataro wines close out with a comforting ho-hum follow through. Not here. This release wants to go another round. Gimme another shot. Sure thing - I'll keep sipping. That tasting turned into a drinking all too easily. What more can I say - the best Mataro I've had to date would do it.
Drink to ten years+
96/100
Region: Barossa
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