Warramate
Yarra Valley Shiraz
Yarra Valley, Port Phillip, Victoria, Australia
Halfway between shiraz and syrah
Too oaky on the nose, but quite vibrant and enjoyable mouthful
Dark cherry, black pepper ar first that mutates in white pepper after a while, leather, very fresh and fairly long
Not complex, medium body, overly woody notes on the nose to begin with, however that freshness helps the swallowing
Halfway between shiraz and syrah
Too oaky on the nose, but quite vibrant and enjoyable mouthful
Dark cherry, black pepper ar first that mutates in white pepper after a while, leather, very fresh and fairly long
Not complex, medium body, overly woody notes on the nose to begin with, however that freshness helps the swallowing
Well this is confusing. A very unusual shiraz. On first tasting it tastes a little thin and earthy, more like a Pinot than a Shiraz. After the initial surprise (shock) and a re-calibration of my expectations I find myself liking it a lot. Dark cherry and vanilla predominate on the palate with a rich creamy mouthfeel. Complex , smoky and savoury flavours persist on the back palate, supported by the merest touch of liquorice. The tannins are fine and dusty tannins and the good balance.
As a Pinot I would rate it very highly. As a Shiraz I'm confused, but in a good way. I like it a lot, but am struggling with my pre-conceptions.
A real surprise (shock) packet. This is why I so love wine.
Well this is confusing. A very unusual shiraz. On first tasting it tastes a little thin and earthy, more like a Pinot than a Shiraz. After the initial surprise (shock) and a re-calibration of my expectations I find myself liking it a lot. Dark cherry and vanilla predominate on the palate with a rich creamy mouthfeel. Complex , smoky and savoury flavours persist on the back palate, supported by the merest touch of liquorice. The tannins are fine and dusty tannins and the good balance.
As a Pinot I would rate it very highly. As a Shiraz I'm confused, but in a good way. I like it a lot, but am struggling with my pre-conceptions.
A real surprise (shock) packet. This is why I so love wine.
Great nose, med plus body. Nice bit of spice but also a little heat.
Great nose, med plus body. Nice bit of spice but also a little heat.
Jan 28th, 2016
