Sam Plunkett The Butterfly Effect Shiraz 2021

the best Shiraz so far will purchase again

So very good. 10 plus

I find myself at odds with this wine. One sip, I'm in love; the next, I could pass. This shiraz is middle of the road in fruit flavor, but has all of the expected nose. Big, bold, dark berries and earth fill the scent, but the palate hits differently. Adjacent flavors as noted above hit the tongue, and some dry bitterness meets the end.

Pair with a bold cut of meat (BBQ anyone?), or a nutty, hard cheese that's full of flavor.

Happy to enjoy this bottle, and continue exploring our world's flavors!

Updated review on second bottle (1/25/2025): Got another bottle of this Aussie Shiraz from a friend's gift box. It is a reliable, everyday sipper, but not one that I would pursue again. I've tried liking this type since Shiraz is one of my favorite varieties, but two years of aging over the last time I had this bottle has not improved the flavor profile unfortunately. The nose has hearty ethyl notes while the body opens up to off flavors of watered down talc and limestone with a sprig of blood orange and licorice. (Original review: 1/23/2023) Excellent aroma of dark berries and an easy-sipping body. The finish is disappointing though--too acidic--maybe needs to age longer and/or decant. I drank at slightly below room temperature (~60 F)--best pairing was with a brownie dessert.

Nice with some boldness to it. Well worth the cost.

Super smooth. Pairs well with just about anything. One of my new favorites.

As a poor college student my introduction to wine was in a cheap New Mexico grocery store and Yellowtail Shiraz. I emailed the company and they sent me a key chain and wine opener with the company name which has worn off over the years.
Now as a seasoned wine drinker my choice for New Year's eve was the Butterfly Effect Shiraz '21. I decanted for 1:45. I tried slightly chilled and room temp and preferred the room temperature taste. I appreciated the balanced fruit and spicey flavors. Its only recently that I joined nakedwines and left retail wine and its total lack of flavor at my price point behind. Now its confidence that every wine is going to be great and this Shiraz is no exception. Obviously other angels agree with the 95% rating and well deserved. I give this wine ***** and its a real ripper wine. I will order again

A strong, pleasant taste that stood up well to a smoked turkey.

Smooth, full bodied, and delicious!