2001 Cape Mentelle Shiraz

Community Tasting Notes (5) Median Score: 90 points

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  6/23/2017 - 911carrera wrote: 87 Points

  Nice aroma still has some complexity which is amazing considered age.

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  11/14/2013 - red.red.vino Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Opening 2 hours prior to drinking, but only decanted 30mins prior to drinking. Aromas of blueberries, blackberries, a little oak and pepper spice. Not sure I smelt the meats that the professionals say there is.
  A well balanced wine, quite smooth with a oaky medium finish.
  Drinking well now, perhaps getting to the point where you could say almost on the turn. Drink now if you have any left.

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  12/7/2012 - Andrewbdc wrote: 90 Points

  Dark red, slightly bricked towards the rim, clear but with a fine sediment. Dark fruits dominate the nose, characteristic pepper very evident, dark chocolate too. Medium bodied, tannins nicely integrated, fruit still evident. Medium length finish. I have to disagree with the previous reviewer - this is drinking beautifully now and don't see why it shouldn't last a while longer. Easily won our casual contest vs a Delas Crozes Hermitage.

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  11/9/2012 - Cellar Bear wrote: 75 Points

  At end of life. Primary fruit flavours gone. Chocolate overtones in secondary flavours. Pleasant enough and easy drinking after an hour.

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  5/4/2008 - BigJ wrote: 87 Points

  nice wine drinking well now. Dont think it will get any better but an enjoyable bottle with a casual dinner.

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