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90
Scores are assigned on a 100-point scale and reflect a wine's overall quality, but don't consider price.
80 to 84 good
85 to 89 very good
90 to 94 excellent
95 to 100 outstanding
The hot Barossa Valley produces wines with real girth, such as this classic. Rich, complex blackcurrant, juniper-eucalyptus, leather and chocolate flavours are set within a rich, smooth texture. Some ragged tannin and heat on the finish, but the fruit pushes through to excellent length. Pairs well with such strong, gamy flavours as bison and elk. Best 2009 to 2014. LCBO 572875
- Price:
- $19.90
- Type:
- Red
- Varietal:
- Shiraz
- Vintage:
- 2005
- Region:
- Barossa Valley, South Australia
- Cellar keeper
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