Clonakilla
Ballinderry
Murrumbateman
2004
Vintage
Varietal
Shiraz
Where it is, October 2026
Past Window: the full drinking arc closed in 2013.
This bottle is beyond its drinking horizon.
The ‘04 Ballinderry.
Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 is a Shiraz from Murrumbateman, Australia.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 has a full body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.
The 2004 vintage
Clonakilla's 2004 Ballinderry is a Shiraz from Murrumbateman, Australia.
About Clonakilla
Clonakilla's Ballinderry is a Shiraz from Murrumbateman, Australia.
From the cellar: pair with
Braised lamb shanks with mint jus
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Roasted duck breast with cherry reduction
The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Grilled beef tenderloin with rosemary garlic butter
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
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Frequently Asked
What is Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004?
Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 is a Shiraz from Murrumbateman, Australia.
What does Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 taste like?
Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 has a full body, balanced acidity, and moderate tannins.
When should Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2005-2013. Within that arc, the peak window is 2007-2010. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Clonakilla Ballinderry 2004?
Pair this wine with Braised lamb shanks with mint jus; Roasted duck breast with cherry reduction; or Grilled beef tenderloin with rosemary garlic butter.