Shirvington Shiraz McLaren Vale 2005

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93 points out of 100 by Robert Parker Jnr.

The 2005 vintage is now showing deep red with a purple rim. The wine in its infancy still shows a lifted and perfumed nose with traces of red plum, blackcurrant and cracked red peppercorn. The palate with all its freshness and luxurious, velvety tannins is so rich and concentrated, yet so reserved. It is a satisfying mixture of chocolate, aniseed and smoky oak. The copious layers are incredibly tightly bound and need time and careful cellaring to unleash the full potential of this wine

Dark purple. Ripe blackberry and boysenberry on the nose, with a strong vanillin overtone lending a confectionary character. Sweet dark berry and kirsch flavors teeter toward the liqueur side but are firmed by silky tannins, gaining a pleasingly bitter licorice quality with air. A captivating blend of sweet, ripe dark berry fruit and oak spice, with surprising poise and energy on the close. Not for those with old-fashioned tastes bur undeniably alluring, with impressive concentration and a luscious personality.

Supple, generous and nicely focused to show off its plush blueberry, plum, dusky spice and cream flavors, lingering extensively on the polished finish. Has high alcohol, but carries it well. Drink now through 2015.

Luxurious Drinks offers you: Wine - red - 2005 - Shirvington Shiraz - Australien - Region: South Australia - Apellation: McLaren Valley - Syrah - 750 ml.

McLaren Vale