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91 VM. "Deep, saturated ruby. Flashy oak spice from the get-go, with aromas of licorice, ripe blackberry, espresso, olive tapenade and peat. Fat and rich on the palate, showing lush, smoky flavors of berry, dark chocolate, tarry oak and clove, with a suggestion of exotic blood orange. Very ripe and concentrated shiraz, finishing powerful but also well focused." Vinous, Jul 2005 |