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1998 Jim Barry Shiraz The McRae Wood
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Quoting the winery: "The wine is deep red brick in colour. The nose displays subtle oak with plums, blackberry and a hint of mint.
The palate is soft, with ripe berry fruits, supple tannins, licorice and well balanced oak.
Some time ago a decision was made to hold back a portion of three great vintages of the McRae Wood - 1998, 1999 and 2000 - to illustrate the advantage of ageing red wines of this calibre.
The 1998 vintage was exceptional. Perfect, dry growing conditions ensured low to average yields with excellent fruit and colour intensity."
The palate is soft, with ripe berry fruits, supple tannins, licorice and well balanced oak.
Some time ago a decision was made to hold back a portion of three great vintages of the McRae Wood - 1998, 1999 and 2000 - to illustrate the advantage of ageing red wines of this calibre.
The 1998 vintage was exceptional. Perfect, dry growing conditions ensured low to average yields with excellent fruit and colour intensity."