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Tasting notes
Score 88/100 · Drink 2005-2011, Robert Parker, Oct 2005

The dark ruby-colored 2002 Shiraz reveals a gorgeous bouquet of creamy oak, melted asphalt, blackberries, and a notion of wood. While some jagged tannin is noticeable, and the finish is shorter than in previous vintages, this is a good wine to drink over the next 5-6 years. Importers: Epic Wines, Santa Cruz, CA; tel. (831) 689-9080; Bluewater Wines, Warwick, RI; tel. (401) 739-7744; and Commonwealth Wines, Mansfield, MA; tel. (508) 261-9300

Critic scores

Critic scores
89
89/100

Average Score

88
88/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Robert Parker

More reviews and scores

90+ points
Josh Raynolds
Score 90+/100 · Josh Raynolds, Jul 2005

Medium ruby. Really fresh nose features bright cherry, licorice, rose petal and vanilla scents, along with wild notes of iron and raw steak. Firm and primal on the palate, the meaty and mineral notes complementing sweet cassis and sappy blackberry flavors. Finishes on a bright, lifted note of red berries and tobacco.

88 points
Robert Parker
Score 88/100 · Robert Parker

The dark ruby-colored 2002 Shiraz reveals a gorgeous bouquet of creamy oak, melted asphalt, blackberries, and a notion of wood. While some jagged tannin is noticeable, and the finish is shorter than in previous vintages, this is a good wine to drink over the next 5-6 years. Oct 2005, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

Charles Melton
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Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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