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Tasting notes
Score 96/100 · Drink 2007-2019, Jay S Miller, Wine Advocate, Oct 2007

The back strapping 2005 Shiraz “House Block – Rare” is purple/black in color. It reveals aromas of cedar, wood smoke, cassis, blackberry, and blueberry compote. Full-bodied, thick, and rich, this opulent wine is nearly over the top. Intense, powerful, and very long in the finish, it can be drunk over the next 10-12 years. Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL; tel. (847) 604-8900

Critic scores

Critic scores
94
94/100

Average Score

92
92/100

Josh Raynolds

96
96/100

Jay S Miller, Wine Advocate

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92 points
Josh Raynolds
Score 92/100 · Josh Raynolds, Jul 2007

Inky ruby. Powerful raspberry and blackberry aromas are complicated by Asian spices and fresh flowers, with a suave overlay of sexy oak. Creamy dark fruit flavors display a brooding quality; this took on blueberry and creme de cassis qualities with air. A weighty, layered shiraz with a long, sweet finish featuring slow-mounting tannins and a strong impression of plum compote.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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