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Mitolo Wines G.A.M. Shiraz McLaren Vale(2006)

Winery:: Mitolo Wines
Varietal:: Syrah
Region:: Australia > South Australia
Type:: Red Wine
User Tags:: red grape, syrah, rich, over-rated, deep, color descriptors, earthy, chemical, balance, burned

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Mitolo Savitar Shiraz 2006

SnoothRank: 4.5

US $27^.55

5 0: normfly; San Anselmo, CA

December 2007

An excellent shiraz for a guy who hasn't gotten into shiraz simply because it tends to be so overblown. This bad boy is overblown, but it also balances a sense of earth/terroir. And it's BIG. I also think I've found another reason I'm not sold yet on shiraz - the ones I've had, including this excellent selection - are pretty one-dimensional. Like a Petite Sirah. Blockbuster yes. Depth? Not really. For those who love shiraz, this should be on your list .. Doubt I paid $60 for it at K&L Wines in San Francisco though! At least I hope not! I can buy Burgundy for that. The "Savitar" read more...

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