Dark purple. High-pitched aromas of spicy cherry, blackberry and licorice, with a musky undertone. Nicely concentrated and weighty, with a chewy texture and spicy dark berry flavors accented by grilled meat and black pepper. Youthfully taut on the finish, showing a vaguely bitter quality. I suspect that this will flesh out with some bottle age.

Rating for Australia-South Australia-Adelaide-Fleurieu-McLaren Vale: 91 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>

Very good. Best Shiraz under $100. Beefy, strong.