One of the great values among those of the tail-end of the Aussie wine heyday here in the US. All about the aroma here—black olive, plum, and sanguine gaminess explode on the nose. And all are present on the palate with a bit of dark chocolate and licorice with a nice pop of acidity that keeps it from being a heavy mess. The 14.6% alcohol takes a bit to blow off but your patience is rewarded.
One of the great values among those of the tail-end of the Aussie wine heyday here in the US. All about the aroma here—black olive, plum, and sanguine gaminess explode on the nose. And all are present on the palate with a bit of dark chocolate and licorice with a nice pop of acidity that keeps it from being a heavy mess. The 14.6% alcohol takes a bit to blow off but your patience is rewarded.
Jan 13th, 2018
92% Shiraz, 8% Viognier.
14.6% alc.
92% Shiraz, 8% Viognier.
14.6% alc.
2 people found it helpfulNov 23rd, 2014
17/20 (93/100)
1 person found it helpfulJul 29th, 2014
Mason Balistreri 
Sommelier, International Wine Guild; Balistreri Vineyard; Sales, Joy Wine and Spirits
8.5
Bananna peel, plantanes, bbq sauce and berries.
Bananna peel, plantanes, bbq sauce and berries.
1 person found it helpfulJan 10th, 2014
Strong cedar and clove nose, inky blue, Viognier must have tamed this Syrah, but absolutely nothing like a Cote Rotie despite the blend. Slightly overripe.
Strong cedar and clove nose, inky blue, Viognier must have tamed this Syrah, but absolutely nothing like a Cote Rotie despite the blend. Slightly overripe.
Sep 16th, 2016Outrageously good and good QPR - drinks like a young Cote Rotie or St Joseph
Outrageously good and good QPR - drinks like a young Cote Rotie or St Joseph
Feb 5th, 2016
Quite unique. Spice, dark dark berries, hint of tomato paste. Would be great with most barbecue sauces. #australia #shiraz #viognier
Quite unique. Spice, dark dark berries, hint of tomato paste. Would be great with most barbecue sauces. #australia #shiraz #viognier
Jan 22nd, 2015
Dark, violet, and blackberry, a touch of bitter for me.
Dark, violet, and blackberry, a touch of bitter for me.
Nov 23rd, 2017
McLaren Vale, Fleurieu, South Australia, Australia
