2002 Shirvington Family Cabernet Sauvignon
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Deep crimson with some development. Arresting, medium intensity aroma. Very sweet palate entry. Good smooth attack with a nice twist but a suggestion of coconut. Long. Competent. But not especially dry and savoury. (JR)
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There are about 500 cases of the 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon, which was aged in both American and French wood (one-half new). The Screaming Eagle of South Australia, it possesses great purity, layers of fruit, enormous volume and intensity, and at the same time, it is strikingly elegant and well-proportioned. This stunningly pure Cabernet tastes like pure creme de cassis intermixed with licorice and oak. It should drink well for 15-16 years, but who will be able to hold onto it that long? Importer: Dan Philips, The Grateful Palate, Oxnard, CA; tel. (888) 472-5283
There are about 500 cases of the 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon, which was aged in both American and French wood (one-half new). The Screaming Eagle of South Australia, it possesses great purity, layers of fruit, enormous volume and intensity, and at the same time, it is strikingly elegant and well-proportioned. This stunningly pure Cabernet tastes like pure creme de cassis intermixed with licorice and oak. It should drink well for 15-16 years, but who will be able to hold onto it that long? Wine Advocate.August, 2003