Inky violet. Vibrant, perfumed nose melds blackberry, cassis, kirsch, licorice and dried flowers. On the palate, this shiraz shows an intriguing mix of sweet dark fruit flavors and firmer earth and mineral notes, with big but supple tannins contributing structure. The palate-staining finish features notes of bitter cherry, cured tobacco and high-octane chocolate. Nothing obvious here.

Rating for Australia-South Australia-Adelaide-Fleurieu-McLaren Vale: 96 (excellent)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>

Awesomely big, smooth drinking big hitting Aussie red. Happily drinking now, but will keep and improve.

Had this at ruths chris<br/>2nd favorite wine

2004 &. 2006

Rating 94