Monday, November 20, 2017 - Blind Tasting - South Australia Shiraz (St Lukes, Auckland): Decanted for 2 hours, dark red/garnet. Rich flavours, M+ bodied, spices, ripe dark fruits, grainy tannins, moderate weight and strength, with good harmony. Some oak and spices in finish, moderate and long.
Alc 14.6%, TA 7.3 g/L, RS 1.4 g/L, pH 3.47
SIWC 2017 Gold, NZIWS Gold, JH 95, WA 92, Vinous 93
Ap 5/5, Ar 13/15, Palate 17/20, Overall 4+4/10
Total 93+/100