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Scored 90 points by both James Suckling and Wine Spectator, this expression draws fruit from historic vineyard land originally settled by the Goss family in 1849, lending genuine provenance to a wine that consistently delivers well above its weight class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.5%  |  Origin: McLaren Vale, South Australia  |  Varietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon  |  Winemaker: Ben Riggs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thomas Goss label honors the original 80-acre farming property established in McLaren Vale in 1849, with grapes sourced from select vineyards on that reunited historic land. Winemaker Ben Riggs oversees fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, a technique that preserves bright varietal character and primary fruit intensity. The wine then ages in neutral oak barrels, allowing the fruit and terroir to lead rather than heavy-handed wood influence — a deliberate choice that distinguishes it from many oak-forward Australian Cabernets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe plum and crushed black currant open the nose, followed by savory layers of tomato leaf, mint, and dried herbs. A subtle backdrop of tree bark and iodine adds earthy complexity uncommon at this tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate enters with generous blackberry and blueberry preserves, building toward kirsch and dark plum at mid-palate. Cocoa powder, rosemary, and baking spices weave through the fruit, while chalky, muscular tannins provide firm structure. The overall impression is bold and deeply flavorsome without tipping into jammy excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-long, with dusty dark-berry fruit, earthy spice, and lingering dark chocolate. The tannin grip holds through the close, leaving a dry, austere persistence that rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Thomas Goss Cabernet\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine rewards a simple pour into a large-bowled glass at cellar temperature, around 16–18°C (60–65°F), where its layered aromatics have room to open. Fifteen minutes of breathing softens the firm tannins noticeably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Cabernet and steak pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The muscular tannins and dark fruit cut through the richness of a chargrilled ribeye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised lamb shank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-cooked meat and its reduced sauce mirror the wine's savory herb and plum depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAged cheddar board:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sharp, crystalline cheese amplifies the cocoa and dark-berry finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to serious McLaren Vale Cabernet without a premium price tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a weeknight dinner-wine rotation with genuine character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting an Australian wine enthusiast something with real heritage behind the label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring short-term (2–5 years) to see how the firm tannins integrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Thomas Goss Cabernet taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with bold blackberry, dark plum, and currant fruit, supported by cocoa powder, rosemary, baking spices, and firm chalky tannins. The overall profile is deeply fruited and savory with an austere, structured finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Thomas Goss Cabernet compare to McLaren Vale Shiraz?\u003c\/strong\u003e McLaren Vale is best known for deeply extracted Shiraz with signature dark chocolate and licorice notes, and the region's Cabernet Sauvignon shares that richness but trades licorice for more defined currant fruit, herbal complexity, and firmer tannic structure. Thomas Goss Cabernet sits squarely in that regional style — generous and full-bodied, but with the varietal backbone that Cabernet brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Thomas Goss Cabernet good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its layered aromatics, structured tannins, and long finish reward attentive sipping, especially after 15–20 minutes of aeration in the glass. It does not require cocktail mixing or heavy chilling to show its best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Thomas Goss Cabernet made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Goss Cabernet Sauvignon is produced in McLaren Vale, a renowned wine region approximately 35 kilometers south of Adelaide in South Australia. The grapes are sourced from select vineyards on the original 1849 Goss farming property in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Thomas Goss Cabernet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Chargrilled red meats like ribeye or lamb chops complement the bold tannins and dark fruit. Braised short ribs or osso buco echo its savory herb character. Aged hard cheeses such as mature cheddar or Manchego highlight the cocoa and berry finish. Dark chocolate desserts (70% cacao or higher) match its bittersweet undertones. Roasted mushroom dishes align with its earthy, bark-like aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Thomas Goss Cabernet come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Goss Cabernet Sauvignon is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Thomas Goss Cabernet worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Goss positions as an entry-level to mid-range McLaren Vale Cabernet, and dual 90-point scores from James Suckling and Wine Spectator place it well ahead of many wines at comparable price tiers. It represents strong value for drinkers seeking structured, regionally expressive Australian Cabernet without venturing into premium pricing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Thomas Goss Cabernet?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates this wine from the crowded field of Australian Cabernet Sauvignon is its direct link to one of McLaren Vale's earliest farming properties, established in 1849 — fruit sourced from that reunited historic land carries genuine terroir identity rather than a marketing story. Winemaker Ben Riggs's decision to ferment in stainless steel and age in neutral oak lets the vineyard speak, producing a wine that earned 90 points from both James Suckling and Wine Spectator on its varietal honesty rather than oak dressing. 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The 2022 vintage earned a Gold Medal at the 2025 Sakura Awards, and the wine has scored 93 points from Wine Orbit, which praised it as \"beautifully ripe and inviting on the nose.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 14.5%  |  Origin: McLaren Vale, South Australia  |  Varietal: Shiraz  |  Winemaker: Alexia Roberts\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThomas Goss takes its name from one of McLaren Vale's original European settlers, who established vineyards on the property in 1849. Fruit for this Shiraz is sourced from select McLaren Vale vineyards, including blocks on that original Goss property, preserving a direct lineage to the region's founding viticulture. Winemaker Alexia Roberts, who took over the label in 2013 following Ben Riggs, has maintained a style that showcases McLaren Vale's warm-climate generosity while retaining freshness through careful fruit selection and balanced extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, smoke-tinged dark berries lead the nose, layered with licorice and dried flowers. A subtle minty undercurrent emerges as the wine opens, adding complexity to the ripe core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The palate enters with chewy cassis and bitter cherry, building through a rich, chocolatey mid-palate with notes of plum, coffee, and dried herbs. 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It is primarily a food wine, but holds its own poured neat as an after-dinner glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKalimotxo:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine's ripe, jammy fruit and soft tannins make it a surprisingly effective base for this simple red wine and cola serve over ice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSangria:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its dark berry depth and spice notes anchor a winter-style sangria with brandy, cinnamon, and sliced stone fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulled Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chocolate, licorice, and dried herb character integrates seamlessly with traditional mulling spices like clove and star anise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeekend barbecues featuring grilled lamb or smoked beef ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing Australian Shiraz to someone exploring warm-climate reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStocking a versatile, crowd-pleasing house red under $25\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a cheese board anchored by aged cheddar and blue cheese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Thomas Goss Shiraz taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a rich, fruit-forward Shiraz dominated by dark berries, chocolate, and black cherry, balanced by peppery spice, dried herbs, and a long licorice-tinged finish. Juicy acidity keeps it fresh despite the generous body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Thomas Goss Shiraz compare to d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are accessible McLaren Vale Shiraz wines at a similar price tier, but Thomas Goss tends toward a softer, jammier profile with more chocolate and licorice, while The Footbolt typically shows more earthy, savory tannin structure. The Goss wine's direct connection to 1849-era vineyard land gives it a distinct heritage story within the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Thomas Goss Shiraz good for everyday drinking?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — its ripe fruit, approachable tannins, and moderate 14.5% ABV make it an easy-drinking red that does not demand a special occasion. It rewards a slight chill and pairs broadly with weeknight meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Thomas Goss Shiraz made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Goss Shiraz is produced in McLaren Vale, a sub-region of the Fleurieu Zone in South Australia, roughly 35 kilometers south of Adelaide. The grapes are sourced from select McLaren Vale vineyards, including plantings on the historic property settled by Thomas Goss in 1849.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Thomas Goss Shiraz?\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-braised lamb shanks complement the wine's licorice and dark fruit depth. Grilled beef sausages with caramelized onions mirror its smoky, peppery side. Aged cheddar draws out the chocolate notes. Wood-fired pizza with salami and roasted capsicum plays well against its juicy acidity. Dark chocolate desserts echo the mid-palate richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Thomas Goss Shiraz come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Goss Shiraz is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Thomas Goss Shiraz worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions as a value-driven McLaren Vale Shiraz, delivering Gold Medal–winning quality and 93-point critical recognition at an entry-level price point. For the depth of flavor and regional pedigree it provides, it consistently overdelivers relative to its price tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Thomas Goss Shiraz?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew wines under $25 carry a direct link to the founding chapter of one of Australia's most celebrated wine regions. 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