| 16.5 / 20 |
Region: Barossa Valley
Country: Australia
This australian wine uses a traditional Côtes du Rhône blend of Shiraz, Mourvedre and Grenache, which was, apparently, widely used in Australia before the 1980s.
Garnet with a very soft brownish tinge in the border, the aromas hint of ripe red berries and cherries, spices - pepper and nutmeg for sure - and some leather, tobacco, dried flowers, maybe. All very inviting and fragrant without being overwhelming.
In the mouth, slightly more acid wild red fruits combine with velvet tannins to provide a well structured wine. Although showing some weight and texture, it also shows a bright acidity that keeps the taste very interesting and lively. Finish is long leaving a spiced aftertaste.
Went really well with a very rare bull steak. Definitely one to pair with red meat dishes.
Tasted on 2011-03-31
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