2002 Turkey Flat Shiraz
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Quite cool perfume then much richer and thicker on the palate. Still extremely youthful and chewy. Lots of tannin still in evidence. Sells for about £16 or 17 apparently. Not nearly ready. (JR)
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Winemaker Peter Schultz has turned in a brilliant effort with the 2002 Shiraz. Glorious notes of creme de cassis, raspberry liqueur, licorice, and vanilla (15-20% new oak is utilized) jump from the glass of this inky/ruby/purple-colored Shiraz. Great fruit on the attack is followed by an expansive, full-bodied, deep, harmonious mid-palate, and a long finish. One component of this cuvee emerges from one of South Australia’s oldest Shiraz plots, planted in 1847. This 2002 should drink well for 10-12+ years. American Estates Wines, Inc., Summit, NJ; tel. (908) 273-5060
Winemaker Peter Schultz has turned in a brilliant effort with the 2002 Shiraz. Glorious notes of creme de cassis, raspberry liqueur, licorice, and vanilla (15-20% new oak is utilized) jump from the glass of this inky/ruby/purple-colored Shiraz. Great fruit on the attack is followed by an expansive, full-bodied, deep, harmonious mid-palate, and a long finish. One component of this cuvee emerges from one of South Australia’s oldest Shiraz plots, planted in 1847. This 2002 should drink well for 10-12+ years. Oct 2004, www.robertparker.com