a "budget" vertical of the 2006, 2007 and 2008. This 2006 is still very enjoyable, very smooth now, everything integrated. Just not as fresh anymore, the fruit faded a bit; mostly blackberry and smoke. I liked it but would not recomend holding it longer than this (~3.5 years). Second place, very close to the winner 2007. 2008 a bit behind.
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Blueberry, smoke, pepper. Typical Shiraz, rich in juicy fruit and pretty smooth. Very good for 5 euro! I put a few in the cellar to see what happens in a couple of years, but it might be best now. Tasted alongside a slightly more expensive 2004 Lindemans Shiraz Reserve Padthaway, which was a bit softer and cooler, but not really better and actually remarkably similar.
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11/15/2009 - Zorba wrote: 86 Points
a "budget" vertical of the 2006, 2007 and 2008. This 2006 is still very enjoyable, very smooth now, everything integrated. Just not as fresh anymore, the fruit faded a bit; mostly blackberry and smoke. I liked it but would not recomend holding it longer than this (~3.5 years). Second place, very close to the winner 2007. 2008 a bit behind.
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9/13/2008 - Magnum Jim wrote: 88 Points
Surprisingly well balanced and tasty. Excellent QPR.
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5/27/2008 - Zorba wrote: 86 Points
Blueberry, smoke, pepper. Typical Shiraz, rich in juicy fruit and pretty smooth. Very good for 5 euro! I put a few in the cellar to see what happens in a couple of years, but it might be best now.
Tasted alongside a slightly more expensive 2004 Lindemans Shiraz Reserve Padthaway, which was a bit softer and cooler, but not really better and actually remarkably similar.
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1/4/2008 - behm0027 wrote: 88 Points
Lovely bottle of Shiraz. Paired perfectly with barbequed beef brisket. Excellent QPR.
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12/23/2007 - J2K wrote: 88 Points
Some nice chewy flavors here. Great value.
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