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1996 Stonyfell Metala Shiraz Cabernet

Langhorne Creek, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$13. 95
Bottle
$167.4 Dozen
Closure: Cork

Deep crimson purple colour. The aroma has a Rhone like earthiness about it, (very reminiscent of Cape Mentelle Shiraz), under which lies aromas of spice, confectionary and plum. The palate is medium weight, with ripe plum flavours and a trace a liquorice and earthiness. Fine grained tannins with earthy plum aftertaste. Cellar 5 - 8 years.

Retasted 16/08/1998: A little young but give this wine another 2-3 years to fill out and you'll have a happy investment. Medium weight, mauve, crimson colour. The nose displays aromas of plum, blackberry and stewed fruit. The palate is elegant, well structured, yet without the pronounced voluptuous fruit flavours that the district generally delivers. Plum and spicy peppery palate flavours are supported are supported by fine grain tannins and a spicy liquorice aftertaste. Cellar 5-8 years.