
This is THE classic wine from Australia. It is 100% Shiraz (Syrah) and has been a top wine since the 1950's. This vintage is again superb. At age 23, it still has decades to go. Inky purple in color, opaque and bright. The nose is intense and concentrated with black raspberries, slight blueberries, dark chocolate, and spice. There is just a touch of volatile acidity lifting the aromatics but also keeping this from a "perfect" score. Full bodied. Light tannins. On the palate, this is complex and delicious. Just about getting to full maturity. Layers of fruit and tertiary qualities. Black raspberries, char, earth, black pepper and spice. Great energy and balance. Long finish. This should easily go another twenty years if well stored. Wonderful on its own but at this point, even better with food. Roasted meats or root vegetables would be a nice pairing.