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Score 88/100 · Drink 2005-2015, Robert Parker, Oct 2002

The 1997 Stonewell Shiraz boasts an impressively saturated ruby/purple color, but was closed both aromatically and on the palate. It possesses excellent to outstanding concentration as well as medium to full body, but the tannin and acidity currently dominate. My instincts suggest this is an excellent, but not outstanding wine. Anticipated maturity:2005-2015. Importer: New World Wines / Appellation Imports, Washington, DC; tel. (888) 591-4009

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88
88/100

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89
89/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Robert Parker

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89 points
Robert Parker
Score 89/100 · Drink 2000-2010, Robert Parker, Feb 2000

The deep ruby/purple-colored 1997 Shiraz is a terrific wine value. It offers a big, sweet, peppery, earthy, creosote, blackberry, and cassis-scented bouquet as well as flavors. Fat and chewy, with low acidity, this plump Shiraz should drink well for a decade. Importer: Appellation Imports LLC, Annapolis Junction, MD; tel. (410) 880-4790

87 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 87/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Deep red-ruby. Cool aromas of black and red raspberry, smoke and pepper. Concentrated, supple and juicy; shapely and clean. More harmonious than the cabernet. Ripely tannic, lingering aftertaste shows attractive berry flavors.

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Peter Lehmann
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Product details

Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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