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Fox Creek Vixen Sparkling Shiraz Cabernet Franc
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| McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA |
| RATING: 86 |
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CELLAR: 4 - 5 years (2002 - 2003) |
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TASTED: 12 Feb 1998 |
In our opinion, the best Sparkling reds are made entirely from Shiraz, however, winemakers often choose to experiment, with a variety of grapes. At Fox Creek, they have chosen to add Cabernet Franc to the blend, which has tended to dry the wine out too much, and move it out of style – but that’s a personal observation some might like to challenge.Opaque crimson black colour with excellent deep mauve mousse. The nose is a little subdued, with aroma of blackberry, liquorice and raspberry. Generous palate flavours but quite dry, with raspberry, blackberry and liquorice dominant. Fine dry tannins, followed by long liquorice spice aftertaste. Cellar 4-5 years
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Retail |
A$21.46 |
Bottle Price |
A$19.99 |
Dozen Price |
A$228.00 |
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