Meaty porty chocolate nose, with a touch of medicine. Rich, but with almost no balancing tannins or acid - very flabby. Smooth, but not jammy. Maybe a touch over the hill. $20
Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale
Much more tannic and acidic than the Earthquake - great balance and refinement. Red fruit, not overripe. Tannins are a little coarse for the price. $27
2007 Château Belair-Moustet Bordeaux Blanc 88 Points
France, Bordeaux
Earthy flinty nose. Less acidity and tropical than the New Zealand. More accessible, but less interesting and flamboyant. $16
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2008 Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 89 Points
New Zealand, South Island, Marlborough
Grapefruit bomb with some grass on the nose. Light, refreshing, a touch of effervescence or just lively acidity. Interesting and fun. $19
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2003 Michael-David Vineyards Syrah Earthquake 84 Points
USA, California, Central Valley, Lodi
Meaty porty chocolate nose, with a touch of medicine. Rich, but with almost no balancing tannins or acid - very flabby. Smooth, but not jammy. Maybe a touch over the hill. $20
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2005 Pirramimma Shiraz 90 Points
Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale
Much more tannic and acidic than the Earthquake - great balance and refinement. Red fruit, not overripe. Tannins are a little coarse for the price. $27
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