{"title":"Wine from Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thornfamily1-100x200_2.jpg?v=1773314652\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Thorn Clarke Shotfire Estate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe winery owners are David and Cheryl Clarke (born Thorn) and their son Sam is the manager of the winery. The Thorn-Clarke family has a long history in the Barossa - six generations of involvement in the region's world famous wine industry. The Thorns have been grape growers in the Barossa since the 1870's. David Clarke's passion for the wine industry lead to the planting of the Kabininge vineyard outside of Tanunda in 1987, which represents the start of a deeper involvement by the family in the Barossa wine industry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThorn-Clarke Wines was launched in 2002 as a result of the 37 year marriage between David and Cheryl Clarke (nee Thorn). The Thorn family have grown vines in the Barossa since the 1870’s and still proudly own and manage some of the oldest vineyards in the region.\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is another reward for geologist David Clarke and his family. The family has planted four diverse Barossa vineyards over the last 20 years, enabling them to blend wines grown from different terroirs which adds complexity and richness to the wine.\u003cbr\u003e“When we started out 20 years ago I knew from my geological research that the varied Barossa geology and soil types offered us a broad palate to work with. Then when we started making trial blends in the 1990s it became clear that the vineyards complemented each other brilliantly and provided us with a new level of flavor complexity. We have blended to take advantage of these sub regional and micro climatic characteristics.”\u003cbr\u003e“Our philosophy is to over-deliver in terms of the quality we offer at each price level.  Wine lovers remember wines which are stunning value and we work hard to ensure that whether people buy the Sandpiper range at $15 or the Shotfire range at $23 they are drinking wines that are excellent value for money.” -David Clarke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOutstanding parcels of 100% Barossa Valley fruit are selected from the Kabininge vineyard for these wines which then receive special oak maturation treatment in our Barossa cellars. The result is a rich and voluptuous Barossa Shiraz and an exciting Cuvée.\u003cbr\u003eVinification techniques: crushing and de-stemming into open fermenters. Pumping over twice daily to maximise color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which will allow the wine to display maximum fruit expression. Pressing then occurs approximately 7 days after crushing and the resulting wine is put into French and American oak.\u003cbr\u003e“The key to good Malbec is being able to successfully ripen the fruit. Our St Kitts vineyard at the Northern end of the Barossa provides a fantastic environment to do that.”\u003cbr\u003e“The Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc fruit come from the old vine Kabininge Block near Krondorf on the Barossa Valley flore and they provide wonderful upfront berry fruits; the Malbec from the drier northern St Kitts vineyard balances the cool climate Angaston vineyard Petit Verdot which provides great depth of flavor and intensity, while the Merlot, also from St Kitts, gives the palate a wonderful suppleness. The grainy tannins add to the rich mouth feel of the wine.” -Sam Clarke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2010","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2010","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz grapes are crushed and destemmed into open fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25 degrees Celsius range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression. Pressing then occurs approximately seven days after crushing and the wine is then put into a mix of French and American oak to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t14 to 16 months in 40% new American and French hogsheads, with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Also outstanding, is the 2010 Shiraz Shotfire. The good news is that there are 15,000 cases of it and discounters will offer it at less than $20 a bottle. Dark ruby\/purple, with notes of roasted coconut, graphite, damp earth, blackberry and cassis, this perfumed wine hits the palate with a thunderous richness from the glycerin and dense fruit. Quite sexy, stunning, with some structured tannin in the finish, this wine should drink well for another 5-7 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Advocate (Issue 201, June 2012), 90 pts \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"An excellent value, the 2010 Shotfire Shiraz offers bold, punched-up cherry-berry fruit framed by hints of vanilla, dried herbs and cracked pepper. It's a big wine that's reasonably creamy in texture, with plenty of mouthcoating flavor on the finish. Drink it over the next few years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Enthusiast (May 2012), 90 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Smooth, polished and open-textured, with a violet note weaving through the plum and blackberry flavors, lingering easily. Drink now through 2018. 20,000 cases made. -HS\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- Wine Spectator (April 30th 2012), 90 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948721565743,"sku":"A0EE294146SZL","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/a0ee294146szl.gif?v=1771482897"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2010","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage is made with 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Malbec, 18% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot, 3% Merlot\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe color is a deep inky purple. There is lifted dark fruits, cedary oak and some perfume from the Petit Verdot on the nose. The palate is rich, ripe and full bodied. The wine is bursting with flavours of blackcurrant, plums and Christmas pudding. The supporting oak has dark chocolate and vanilla essence. The tannins are chalky but complement the wine to give it great mouthfeel and length of fruit and oak flavours. The grapes are crushed and destemmed into fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximise colour, tannin and flavour extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25 degrees Celsius range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression. Pressing then occurs approximately seven days after crushing and the wine is then put into a mix of French and American oak to mature.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tAged 13 months in tight grain French (85%) and American oak (15%).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948722417711,"sku":"A0EE294147SZL","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-2010","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2010","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz - 2010 is made from \u003cspan class=\"style7\"\u003e56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr class=\"style7\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style5\"\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eCabernet sauvignon and Shiraz blends are uniquely Australian and goes against the traditional winemaking grain. This wine embodies the Clarke families tendency to swim \"against the current\". In the 1980’s when many growers were pulling out vines, David and Cheryl were planting.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style15\"\u003eWINEMAKERS NOTE: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cfont class=\"style5\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe 2010 Shotfire Cabernet Shiraz has a dense aroma of blackberries, cedar and spice. The palate is medium to full bodied in weight and displays ripe plum and cassis charac-ters. The wine has an elegant but soft structure. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style15\"\u003eVINTAGE: \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cfont class=\"style5\" size=\"3\"\u003eAverage winter rainfall in 2009 resulted in good soil moisture in the 2010 growing season. This combined with moderate weather conditions through most of the grow-ing season allowed for good fruit set and canopy development. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style15\"\u003eWINEMAKING: \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cfont class=\"style5\" size=\"3\"\u003eThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the wine was filled to a mix of French and American oak for maturation. \u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style15\"\u003eOAK MATURATION: \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cfont face=\"Calibri,Calibri\" size=\"2\"\u003e \u003cspan class=\"style7\"\u003eThe wine was matured for 12 months in a blend of French and American hogsheads (barrels). \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr class=\"style7\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan lang=\"EN\"\u003e\"Another winner and sensational, the 2010 Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Shiraz. A whopper of a wine, it is deep ruby\/purple and possesses loads of glycerin and full body along with stunning notes of wood spice, graphite, blackberry and pepper. Rich, chewy, and dense, in a typically bold, exuberant Aussie style, this is a wine to drink over the next 6-10 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- \u003cu\u003eWine Advocate (Issue 201, June 2012)\u003c\/u\u003e, \u003cb\u003e91 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Jazzy, lively and expressive, with focused red berry and mint flavors carried with finely judged acidity and refined tannins. Drink now through 2015. 1,200 cases made. –HS\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cb\u003e- \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cu\u003eWine Spectator (October 2012)\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cb\u003e, 90 pts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948742832175,"sku":"A0EE294049CSL","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2009","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz's grapes are crushed and destemmed into open fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25 degrees Celsius range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression. Pressing then occurs approximately seven days after crushing and the wine is then put into a mix of French and American oak to mature.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t14 to 16 months in 40% new American and French hogsheads, with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Strong crimson-purple; the rich, complex dark fruits of the bouquet expand on the medium – full bodied palate into a savoury spicy array of plum, blackberry and dark chocolate flavours. Open fermented and spends 14 months in oak; has a marvellous show record over the past 10 years. Drink to 2034.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- James Halliday (Australian Wine Companion), \u003cstrong\u003e94 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"Opaque violet color. Vivacious blackberry and candied cherry aromas are strongly underscored by coconut and vanilla notes. Broad, fleshy and sweet, offering an array of dark berry preserve flavors, supple tannins and mounting smokiness. The long finish boasts surprising energy for such a rich, concentrated wine.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (July 2011),\u003cstrong\u003e 90 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"2009 Shotfire Shiraz offers a very deep garnet-purple color and notes of warm, slightly baked blackberry compote fruit plus cumin, cinnamon and toast. Crisp and richly fruited, it has a full body, medium-firm grainy tannins and a long, straightforward finish. Drink it now to 2014.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Wine Advocate (Dec. 2010),\u003cstrong\u003e 88 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948743553071,"sku":"A0EE294110SZL","price":18.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz.jpg?v=1771483094"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2011","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2011 is made from 100 percent Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe outstanding 2011 Shotfire Shiraz (aged 14-16 months in American and French hogsheads) delivers considerable value and flavor authority. Its deep ruby\/purple color is accompanied by notes of blackberries, black currants, licorice, graphite and subtle barbecue smoke. Rich, fleshy and dense, it is best consumed over the next 3-4 years-\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whiteTxt\" id=\"ctl00_ContentMaster_DataList1_ctl00_sourceLabel\"\u003eWine Advocate #208 Aug 2013\u003c\/span\u003e 90 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tComments\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tRed\/purple in colour.  A lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by cedar wood characters, the oak elements are complex and layered with mocha and spices. The palate shows sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by sweet Indian spices. The sweet fruit characters are balanced by interesting savoury elements adding to the complexity. The mid-weight palate is complimented by fine-grained tannins and great length of savoury fruit and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tVinification Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThe grapes are crushed and de-stemmed into fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximise colour, tannin and flavour extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25 degree celcius range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression. Pressing then occurs approximately seven days after crushing and the wine is then put into a mix of French and American oak to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tMaturation\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t14 to 16 months in 40% new American and French hogsheads, with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tVintage Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThis vintage had a cool, slow ripening period which has in turn produced elegant red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\r\n\tHarvested\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tApril 2011\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz Score History\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"style7\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2010: 90 Points from Wine Spectator, Robert Parker, Wine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"style15\"\u003eEnthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2009: 90 Points from Tanzer\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2008: 90 Points Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2007: 92 Points Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2006: 91 Wine Spectator\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948754300975,"sku":"A0EE294082SZL","price":19.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz_0c9e793c-4a35-479d-9464-4b9c9e937cf0.jpg?v=1771483305"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-2011","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2011","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz  is made from 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eCabernet sauvignon and Shiraz blends are uniquely Australian and goes against the traditional winemaking grain. This wine embodies the Clarke families tendency to swim \"against the current\". In the 1980’s when many growers were pulling out vines, David and Cheryl were planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948754726959,"sku":"A0EE294129CSL","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_cabsauvshiraz_label_HQ.jpg?v=1771483314"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2011","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2011","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2011 is made from 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 13% Malbec, 15% Petit Verdot.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe 2011 vintage had a cool, slow ripening period which has in turn produced elegant red wines.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe wine was matured for 12 months in French Oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe 2011 Shotfire Quartage has lifted aromas of spice and violets. The palate is medium bodied in weight with blackcurrants, spice and forrest floor undertone finish. The wine has long silky tannins that you would expect to find in a wine made from Bordeaux varietals.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\tThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the parcels were filled to French oak for maturation. The wine was racked after six months and the parcels were blended to form the final wine.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\"The impressive 2011 Shotfire Quartage is composed of 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Cabernet Franc, 12% Malbec and 12% Merlot. Excellent aromas of creme de cassis, espresso bean, chocolate and menthol jump from the glass of this medium to full-bodied effort. Excellent purity as well as personality and a spicy, moderately long finish suggest it can be drunk over the next 2-3 years.\"\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Issue #208, August 2013)\u003cstrong\u003e, 90 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948793360431,"sku":"A0EE294132SZL","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_quartage.jpg?v=1771483604"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-2012","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2012 is 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Shiraz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e14 months in Oak, 40% new combination of French and American – French for Cabernet and American for Shiraz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eRed\/purple in color. A lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by cedar wood characters, the oak elements are complex and layered with mocha and spices. The palate shows sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by sweet Indian spices. The sweet fruit characters are balanced by interesting savoury elements adding to the complexity. The full palate is complimented by fine-grained tannins and great length of fruit and oak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"Brilliant purple. Perfumed aromas of fresh cherry, boysenberry and cola, with a smoky topnote. Lush, round and supple, offering juicy dark fruit flavors that smoothly blend richness with vivacity. A very long, gently tannic finish features persistent dark berry flavors and a touch of peppery spices.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eStephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (July \/ August 2014), 91 pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948802142255,"sku":"A0EE294169CSL","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thornclarkcabshiraz.jpg?v=1771483810"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2012","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eOn release Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2012 has a deep purple colour with a red hue. The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eReviews:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBright purple. Sexy cassis, blackberry and vanilla aromas are complemented by hints of peppery spices, licorice and mocha. Fleshy and broad on the palate, offering intense dark berry flavors, a touch of spicecake and very good depth. The licorice and cassis notes repeat on the energetic, youthfully tannic finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cu style=\"font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTanzer 91 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948810858543,"sku":"A0EE294170SZL","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz_f0305f9b-ecb5-460e-89ac-3de0621fffd8.jpg?v=1771483945"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2012","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2012 is made from 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 15% Petit Verdot, 12% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eDeep red with a purple hue, this wine is a monster on release. The 2012 Shotfire Quartage has lifted aromas of cassis, plum, dried thyme, subtle eucalyptus and spicy oak. The palate doesn't disappoint with a multitude of flavours melding together to form the wines flavour. On release the tannins for the fruit and oak are firm and long, the generosity of fruit is balanced by an elegance provided by natural acidity. The wine is full bodied and complete.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eVINTAGE NOTES: A warmer spring and cooler summer saw the Barossa begin vintage 2012 with some exceptionally healthy vines and expectations for early maturation. Maximum mean temperatures in the Barossa in spring (September to November) were slightly above average, which led to good vegetative growth, healthy vines and potentially early maturation, while summer mean maximum temperatures were cooler than average.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThis particular wine and vintage (2012) received 92 points from The Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Magazine as well as a BEST BUY mention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eReview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eA blend of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, petit verdot and merlot. Comes from a distinguished line of wines that have over-delivered, and this wine is up there with best of those made to date. While much of its quality comes from the vineyard, it has also been very well made; its blackcurrant, redcurrant, cherry and spice flavours flow in a seamless stream across the palate and aftertaste. - James Halliday\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e- Australian Wine Companion (Issue 2016), 95 pts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"Glass-staining ruby. Very ripe but lively aromas of blackberry, licorice and fresh flowers, with a touch of smokiness. Dense, sweet and lush but also energetic, with black and blue fruit, violet and anise flavors nicely sharpened by juicy acidity. Clings with very good authority on the finish, with just a hint of tannins.\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e- Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar (July \/ August 2014), 91 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"Though the score does not take price into account, it's rare to find an Australian wine in this price range that tastes as vinous, integrated, fresh and zesty as this blend...and from Barossa, for that matter. While the spring in 2012 was warm, summer was relatively cool, and this estate-grown cabernet blend sustained that coolness through a night harvest. This offers powerful cabernet grip, along with the purple fruit of petit verdot and the lovely ripeness of merlot. It's rich without any excess weight, floral, fragrant and lasting. 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The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. 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It sits on the cusp of jamminess, all jellied and blackberried, its hints of raspberry and mint simply ramping the deliciousness higher. Value, what value. - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eJames Halliday - Australia Wine Companion (Issue 2016), 95 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948836843567,"sku":"A0EE294182SZL","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz_b9a78abf-5197-4abc-924b-148d0331b145.jpg?v=1771484458"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2013","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2013","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 0, 0);\"\u003eWEBSITE ONLY SALE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage is made from 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Cabernet Franc, 21% Petit Verdot, 10% Merlot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the parcels were filled to French oak (12 months) for maturation. The wine was racked after six months and the parcels were blended to form the final wine. Harvested in March 2013.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eReview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e(aged in new and used French oak for a year): Youthful purple. Expressive aromas of ripe blueberry, dark chocolate and incense, with a peppery nuance adding urgency. Densely packed but lively as well, with hints of lavender, mocha and black pepper complementing pliant black and blue fruit flavors. Closes with building sweetness, a touch of smokiness and even tannins that fold slowly into the wine's plush fruit.\u003cstrong\u003e - Josh Raynolds\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Vinous (March 2016), 90 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948836941871,"sku":"A0EE294183SZL","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/sf_quartage_label.jpg?v=1771484460"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-2013","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2013","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2013 is made from 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Shiraz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eA warmer spring and cooler summer saw the Barossa begin vintage 2013 with some exceptionally healthy vines and expectations for early maturation. Maximum mean temperatures in the Barossa in spring (September to November) were slightly above average, which led to good vegetative growth, healthy vines and potentially early maturation, while summer mean maximum temperatures were cooler than average.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe grapes are crushed and de-stemmed into fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eReview:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eaged in a combination of new and used French and American oak for 18 months): Bright violet color. A smoke-tinged bouquet evokes redcurrant, dried cherry, pipe tobacco and succulent herbs. Seamless and gently sweet, offering red berry compote, rose pastille and bitter chocolate flavors. Finishes long and gently tannic, with clinging sweetness and an echo of smokiness. - \u003cstrong\u003eJosh Raynolds\"\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\t- Vinous (March 2016), 90 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948836974639,"sku":"A0EE294184CSL","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thornclarkcabshiraz_96476d28-4fba-498f-bfed-d12ab57444fc.jpg?v=1771484460"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2014","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2014","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 0, 0);\"\u003eWEBSITE ONLY CLOSEOUT SALE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 0, 0);\"\u003eWine must to shipped, no in store orders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 12px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 0, 0);\"\u003eLast of the vintage!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eOn release Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz has a deep purple colour with a red hue. The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003eThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. Pressing occurs approximately seven days after fermentation commences and the wine is then filled to American oak to mature (14 months in 40% new American hogsheads with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\"Offers fresh spearmint overtones to the chocolate-laced plum and black cherry flavors. Features fleshy tannins and plenty of gusto on the finish. 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The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. 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The wine has a distinct acid backbone which gives the wine long persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes are crushed and de-stemmed into fermenters. Yeast is added immediately once in fermenter and the ferments are pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which will allow the fruit to display maximum fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs well with Australian lamb chops, rack of lamb.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe 2015 Shotfire Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz is a 76-24 blend. It favours the Cabernet in its aromas and flavour profile as well, with mint and cassis leading the way, the Shiraz serving mainly to help round out the mid-palate and provide some juiciness to offset the dry Cabernet tannins. 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The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. 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Everything about the wine defies the normal yawn that greets Barossa Valley Bordeaux blends with its bright mouthfeel and cedary fruit flavours.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-James Halliday’s Wine Companion 95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948966670383,"sku":"A0EE294208SZL","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/sf_quartage_label_e7628aad-f591-48ce-9aec-d1cb48f0b4ae.jpg?v=1771486244"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-barossa-valley-2017","title":"Thorn-Clarke Shotfire Shiraz Barossa Valley 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz\u003cspan\u003e is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn release Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz has a deep purple colour with a red hue. The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. 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Saturated red hue with aromas of macerated black fruits, plums, deep spice, licorice, dark chocolate, tobacco leaf and American oak. That oak comes charging in on the palate, but there is ample fruit weight to support it. Firm, compact tannin provides a base and it's in the classic, muscular Barossan mould.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Halliday Wine Companion 2023 94 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948997275695,"sku":"A0EE294217SZL","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz_2e7d2389-1eb2-4467-810f-acf7ade167da.jpg?v=1771487054"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2018","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage is made from  \u003cspan\u003e47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc, 14% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the parcels were filled to French oak (12 months) for maturation. The wine was racked after six months and the parcels were blended to form the final wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis is rich and has some earthy elements with dried red fruit, leaves, blackcurrants, gentle spice and blueberries. The palate has a very concentrated feel with breadth of flavor and then some longer-driving fruit, too. Blueberries and blackberries. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, malbec, cabernet franc and merlot. Drink over the next six years. 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A peppery note adds cut to a long, smooth finish that features rounded tannins and a suave floral quality. - Josh Raynolds\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Antonio Galloni's Vinous 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44948997636143,"sku":"A0EE294228SZL","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_quartage_nv_hq_label.jpg?v=1771487062"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2018","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSALE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz\u003cspan\u003e is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriking deep red-purple in color. A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\"Destemmed, pressed approximately 7 days later, 14 months in American oak (40% new). Rich, layered, mocha\/chocolate overtones to the black berry fruits are obvious.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-  Halliday Wine Companion (August 2020), 92 pts\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. 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The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! 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The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. Pressing occurs approximately seven days after fermentation commences and the wine is then filled to American oak to mature (14 months in 40% new American hogsheads with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGood color; an immaculately balanced and elegant medium-bodied shiraz, benefiting from the cool vintage that has blown freshness into so many wines. 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A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThis is an attractively spicy wine on the nose with red, blue and black berries all in play, as well as an earthy edge and tarry elements. Some perfume, too. The palate has quite a deep-set, blue and black-fruit core with a long, sturdy palate that holds flavor and focus well. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- James Suckling (November 2021), 92 pts\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\"Destemmed, pressed approximately 7 days later, 14 months in American oak (40% new). Rich, layered, mocha\/chocolate overtones to the black berry fruits are obvious.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-  Halliday Wine Companion (August 2020), 92 pts\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. The Shotfire range immortalizes the Shotfirer's hazardous job of setting and lighting the charges in the mines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFran shares his story on how he discovered Thorn-Clarke:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cem\u003e  \"It was October 2001 and I was searching for and sourcing for Australian wines, as it was clear that Australia was going to become the \"next big thing.\" After tasting about 100 assorted wines, I decided I liked the style of Barossa, Shiraz best - chocolate, cherries, mint and eucalyptus - so I started focusing on Barossa growers (years later, Barossa Shiraz would develop its reputation as the Icon Shiraz for Australia).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Late on a Thursday afternoon, the carrier delivered a beat-up box of 12 bottles from Australia, 10 of which were leaking. The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! After a few months of talking, faxing (yes, faxing) and sorting out the details, I began importing their wines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     That super-star wine from the busted box of samples is the wine we know today as Shotfire Shiraz. It was originally called Stone Jar, but fortunately we came up with a better name. Many years and vintages later, I'm still glad to be importing Shotfire Shiraz and other Thorn-Clarke selections .... and I'm still glad that Cheryl Clarke woke up for that phone call.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949038727215,"sku":"A0EE294237SZL","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thorn_clarke_shotfire_shiraz_hq_label_adc79ea8-36b0-4015-8955-d9f6cdfa1328.jpg?v=1771488197"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2020","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage is made from  47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Cabernet Franc, 14% Merlot, 8% Petit Verdot .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shotfire range honors a family pioneer who worked the Barossa goldfields in the late 1800's. He had the hazardous job of being a 'Shotfirer'; one who handled the explosives to be used in finding that rich vein of gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShotfire Quartage is based on the five traditional red varieties found in the Bordeaux region of France (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec). The Thorn-Clarke winemakers use at least four of the varieties to create the blend each year (occasionally, they can get over excited and use all five). The blend is a reminder to not only look to the future but also to keep an eye on the past and tradition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"product___description_ro\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis traditional blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot \u0026amp; Malbec boast a deep inky red - purple color. Aromas of freshly crushed peppercorns, roasted capsicum \u0026amp; blackcurrant fill the glass. On the palate there is a generosity of fruit. The notes of dark cacoa and smokey bacon intertwined with velvety tannins lead to a complex finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis 2020 Shotfire Quartage is a blend of Barossa Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot, delivering an attractive array of fruits - blackcurrant, leaf, with meaty, stocky aromas and hints of violet. A voluptuous and balanced palate follows - layers of cedar and cigar box adding detail before tightening up to a sinewy finish of decent length. A couple of years in the cellar will bring this package together nicely. - Angus Hughson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Antonio Galloni 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949163016239,"sku":"A0EE294255SZL","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_quartage_nv_hq_label_d3da68dd-b61c-491f-8c7e-a4dbadf16f18.jpg?v=1771490393"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2019-jerobaom","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2019 (jerobaom)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHESE ARE JEROBAOM SIZED 3 LITER BOTTLES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz\u003cspan\u003e is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn release Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz has a deep purple colour with a red hue. The wine has a lifted nose of clean blackberry fruit accompanied by mocha and spice. The palate displays sweet fruit characters dominated by blackberry and plum, complimented by cinnamon, clove and nutmeg characters. The wine is full bodied with natural tannin and oak maturation adding texture and complexity to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tSpring rainfall was well below average with several days reaching 30°C. The growing season had even temperatures and little rainfall. Ripening was slow and steady leading to the development of good tannin structure and fruit characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe grapes were de-stemmed into fermenters. Ferments were pumped over twice daily to maximize color, tannin and flavor extraction. Cooling is used to ensure ferments remain in the 22-25°C range which allows maximum fruit expression in the wine. Pressing occurs approximately seven days after fermentation commences and the wine is then filled to American oak to mature (14 months in 40% new American hogsheads with the balance going into 2nd and 3rd fill barrels).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eGood color; an immaculately balanced and elegant medium-bodied shiraz, benefiting from the cool vintage that has blown freshness into so many wines. Blackberry and red cherry both in the ring. - James Halliday\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Halliday Wine Companion 95 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949187297327,"sku":"A0AA294260SZL","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/ThornClarke_shotfireshiraz_50bf65ee-3773-43e1-9797-ddcc29f9aefc.jpg?v=1771491033"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2020","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSALE!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz\u003cspan\u003e is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriking deep red-purple in color. A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. The Shotfire range immortalizes the Shotfirer's hazardous job of setting and lighting the charges in the mines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFran shares his story on how he discovered Thorn-Clarke:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cem\u003e  \"It was October 2001 and I was searching for and sourcing for Australian wines, as it was clear that Australia was going to become the \"next big thing.\" After tasting about 100 assorted wines, I decided I liked the style of Barossa, Shiraz best - chocolate, cherries, mint and eucalyptus - so I started focusing on Barossa growers (years later, Barossa Shiraz would develop its reputation as the Icon Shiraz for Australia).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Late on a Thursday afternoon, the carrier delivered a beat-up box of 12 bottles from Australia, 10 of which were leaking. The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! After a few months of talking, faxing (yes, faxing) and sorting out the details, I began importing their wines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     That super-star wine from the busted box of samples is the wine we know today as Shotfire Shiraz. It was originally called Stone Jar, but fortunately we came up with a better name. Many years and vintages later, I'm still glad to be importing Shotfire Shiraz and other Thorn-Clarke selections .... and I'm still glad that Cheryl Clarke woke up for that phone call.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRich and slightly jammy with a hint of mint on the nose. Big and broad on the palate with excellent depth of black raspberry flavors and a hint of eucalyptus. Medium long finish with lots of richness and depth. Matured 14 months in 40% new American hogsheads. - Don WINKLER\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-International Wine Review 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlue fruits, menthol, Asian spices, and peppery, subtly meaty notes all emerge from the 2020 Shiraz Shotfire, a round, fleshy, opulent beauty that has full-bodied richness, velvety tannins, and a great finish. All Shiraz aged in 40% American oak, drink bottles over the coming 3-5 years.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949190967343,"sku":"A0EE294268SZL","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thorn_clarke_shotfire_shiraz_hq_label_7cd841ec-f919-4077-85a6-8fd2afdec604.jpg?v=1771491136"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2021","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriking deep red-purple in color. A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. The Shotfire range immortalizes the Shotfirer's hazardous job of setting and lighting the charges in the mines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFran shares his story on how he discovered Thorn-Clarke:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cem\u003e  \"It was October 2001 and I was searching for and sourcing for Australian wines, as it was clear that Australia was going to become the \"next big thing.\" After tasting about 100 assorted wines, I decided I liked the style of Barossa, Shiraz best - chocolate, cherries, mint and eucalyptus - so I started focusing on Barossa growers (years later, Barossa Shiraz would develop its reputation as the Icon Shiraz for Australia).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Late on a Thursday afternoon, the carrier delivered a beat-up box of 12 bottles from Australia, 10 of which were leaking. The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! After a few months of talking, faxing (yes, faxing) and sorting out the details, I began importing their wines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     That super-star wine from the busted box of samples is the wine we know today as Shotfire Shiraz. It was originally called Stone Jar, but fortunately we came up with a better name. Many years and vintages later, I'm still glad to be importing Shotfire Shiraz and other Thorn-Clarke selections .... and I'm still glad that Cheryl Clarke woke up for that phone call.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBaked cherries, mocha, cedar, dried herbs and some strawberry jam on the nose of this ripe, plush red. It’s full-bodied with soft, velvety tannins. Supple and flavorful. Drink now. Screw cap.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-James Suckling 92 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949232222255,"sku":"A0EE294271SZL","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thorn_clarke_shotfire_shiraz_hq_label_227c5ba8-2fc2-4389-b2c0-966106d68137.jpg?v=1771491858"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2021-magnum","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2021 (magnum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriking deep red-purple in color. A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. The Shotfire range immortalizes the Shotfirer's hazardous job of setting and lighting the charges in the mines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFran shares his story on how he discovered Thorn-Clarke:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cem\u003e  \"It was October 2001 and I was searching for and sourcing for Australian wines, as it was clear that Australia was going to become the \"next big thing.\" After tasting about 100 assorted wines, I decided I liked the style of Barossa, Shiraz best - chocolate, cherries, mint and eucalyptus - so I started focusing on Barossa growers (years later, Barossa Shiraz would develop its reputation as the Icon Shiraz for Australia).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Late on a Thursday afternoon, the carrier delivered a beat-up box of 12 bottles from Australia, 10 of which were leaking. The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! After a few months of talking, faxing (yes, faxing) and sorting out the details, I began importing their wines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     That super-star wine from the busted box of samples is the wine we know today as Shotfire Shiraz. It was originally called Stone Jar, but fortunately we came up with a better name. Many years and vintages later, I'm still glad to be importing Shotfire Shiraz and other Thorn-Clarke selections .... and I'm still glad that Cheryl Clarke woke up for that phone call.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBaked cherries, mocha, cedar, dried herbs and some strawberry jam on the nose of this ripe, plush red. It’s full-bodied with soft, velvety tannins. Supple and flavorful. Drink now. Screw cap.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-James Suckling 92 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe chunky 2021 Shiraz Shotfire opens with broad aromas of old-fashioned blackberry conserve, licorice and slaty complexity, with a toasty oak backbone. Surprisingly tannic, with chewy textures matched by chocolate-dipped plum flavors, this dense style would reward a couple of years in the cellar to settle into its groove.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-Angus Hughson (Vinous) 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke - Shotfire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949256175663,"sku":"A0CC294272SZL","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/thorn_clarke_shotfire_shiraz_hq_label_57453b21-19a3-4a9c-b2f7-c493027f4aeb.jpg?v=1771492279"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-quartage-2022","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThorn Clarke Shotfire Quartage is made from \u003cspan\u003e58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Cabernet Franc, 16% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit was harvested at night. Fermentation was carried out in a variety of small capacity fermenters. After pressing the parcels were filled to French oak (12 months) for maturation. The wine was racked after six months and the parcels were blended to form the final wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"product___description_ro\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShotfire Quartage is based on the five traditional red varieties found in the Bordeaux region of France (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec). The Thorn-Clarke winemakers use at least four of the varieties to create the blend each year (occasionally, they can get over excited and use all five). The blend is a reminder to not only look to the future but also to keep an eye on the past and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch like the previous vintage, the 2020 harvest has produced wines of immense quality but with very low quantities. Another dry winter and mild weather during the ripening period lead to great varietal flavours and excellent tannin structure. Upon harvest the bunches were few and far between and the berries themselves small. This led to fruit with intense flavor and color along with great power and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis generous blend boasts a rich deep red-purple color. Aromas of blackberries, satsuma plum and anise fill the glass. On the palate, plush tannins are accompanied by rich notes of cassis and blackcurrant. Together they produce a wine with lavish density, complexity and length. A wine that can be enjoyed now or laid down to age for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shotfire range honors a family pioneer who worked the Barossa goldfields in the late 1800's. He had the hazardous job of being a 'Shotfirer'; one who handled the explosives to be used in finding that rich vein of gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\t \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlack beans, dark cherries, bay leaves and peppercorns on the nose of this meaty red. It’s full-bodied with fleshy tannins and pleasant herbal undertones. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 18% merlot, 17% malbec and 14% petit verdot. Drink now or hold.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"author\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e-James Suckling 91 Points\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thorn Clarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44949264597039,"sku":"A0EE294278SZL","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/4677\/5087\/files\/shotfire_quartage_nv_hq_label_6bb8a1e5-6f03-4346-8890-fad7faf6bcc5.jpg?v=1771492398"},{"product_id":"thorn-clarke-shotfire-shiraz-2022","title":"Thorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\t\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThorn Clarke Shotfire Shiraz is made from 100% Shiraz. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStriking deep red-purple in color. A rich, voluptuous wine with aromas of blackcurrant and mulberries accompanied by notes of smokey oak and hints of cloves. The palate is filled with dark fruits and chocolate backed up by taut tannins and lingering oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eStory:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen the Clarke forebearers discovered gold in 1870 at the Lady Alice mine in the Barossa goldfields, so began a family dynasty intrigued by geology. A fine legacy that is reflected today in the terroir of our vineyards. The Shotfire range immortalizes the Shotfirer's hazardous job of setting and lighting the charges in the mines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFran shares his story on how he discovered Thorn-Clarke:\u003cbr\u003e   \u003cem\u003e  \"It was October 2001 and I was searching for and sourcing for Australian wines, as it was clear that Australia was going to become the \"next big thing.\" After tasting about 100 assorted wines, I decided I liked the style of Barossa, Shiraz best - chocolate, cherries, mint and eucalyptus - so I started focusing on Barossa growers (years later, Barossa Shiraz would develop its reputation as the Icon Shiraz for Australia).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     Late on a Thursday afternoon, the carrier delivered a beat-up box of 12 bottles from Australia, 10 of which were leaking. The box was from a guy named Steve Machin, who had just left Hardy's and was beginning work with the Clarke family on setting up a possible new brand. The samples were sticky and messy, but I popped the corks anyway ..... and I was glad that I did. The wine inside tasted like Christmas - mint, eucalyptus, camphor, and evergreen aromas. Great acidity, color, flavor and length of finish - very tasty. These samples were so good and so exciting, especially compared to what I had tasted prior, that I immediately called the number on the card. I didn't realize that it was a Perth number (Western Australia) and it was actually 3:00 in the morning. It turned out I was calling the residence of David and Cheryl Clarke, where a sleepy Cheryl answered the phone. I told her, you don't know who I am, but we are going to be doing business together very soon, and lots of it! After a few months of talking, faxing (yes, faxing) and sorting out the details, I began importing their wines.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e     That super-star wine from the busted box of samples is the wine we know today as Shotfire Shiraz. It was originally called Stone Jar, but fortunately we came up with a better name. Many years and vintages later, I'm still glad to be importing Shotfire Shiraz and other Thorn-Clarke selections .... and I'm still glad that Cheryl Clarke woke up for that phone call.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReview:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRich and slightly jammy with a hint of mint on the nose. Big and broad on the palate with excellent depth of black raspberry flavors and a hint of eucalyptus. Medium long finish with lots of richness and depth. 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