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Score 93/100 · Drink 2000-2015, Robert Parker, Feb 2000

In short, this wine is sensational. It emerges from what appears to be a spectacular vintage for old vine Shiraz. The opaque purple-colored 1998 Shiraz (made from 25 to 100-year old vines) exhibits a stunning, soaring bouquet offering aromas of creme de cassis, smoked herbs, licorice, tar, and creamy new oak. Full-bodied and super-concentrated, with notions of blackberry jam as well as moderate tannin, this dazzling Shiraz can be drunk now or cellared for 10-15 years. Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283

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Critic scores
92
92/100

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93
93/100

Robert Parker

90
90+/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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90+ points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90+/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Bright ruby. Crushed dark berries, black cherry, graphite and eucalyptus on the nose, along with a floral topnote. Concentrated and penetrating, with a firm spine of acidity contributing to the sensation of structure. Finishes with firm tannins and lingering flavors of dark berries and dark chocolate.

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Lengs & Cooter
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Colour

Red

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Dry

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