I brought this into a shop I managed about eight years ago...it was still there tonight. Concerns over vintage (and a drinking window label statement of 5-10 years), erratic storage practices since I left the shop, and an engorged and busted cork were well founded. Cork debris, a considerable amount of sediment filtered upon decanting, and a good hour-and-a-half of development, and I can say my fears have been assuaged. This is only slightly past peak, a pleasant surprise for a $36 Shiraz from the Aussie heyday. Showing lush boysenberry liqueur, thyme, licorice, and leather with a still lively acidity, velvety tannins, and a heat that, thankfully faded from damning to acceptable over time, this was just plain fun — 7 years ago
Fruity easy drinking loveliness — 11 years ago
Deep ruby. Grandma's closet, geranium, roses, candied cherries. My favorite bottle in the tasting. — 9 years ago
Clean crisp and fruity. — 7 years ago
Layered nose of blueberry preserves, rusty nail, spice box, burnt oak, vanilla and clove. In a great place right now, with round, soften tannins and lingering vibrancy. Forest berry fruit on the palate. Medium plus finish. — 8 years ago
One of my all time favourites. Love this wine. — 9 years ago
Hannah Fyson
Nice easy drinking sparkling, quite creamy finish — 5 years ago