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2003 d'Arenberg The Footbolt Shiraz

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$14. 99
Bottle
$179.88 Dozen
Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2007-2008)
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Cork

Very deep crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Aroma of vanilla, plum and spice. The palate reveals flavours of plum and spice followed by a hint of dark chocolate and liquorice. The back palate displays distinct black pepper qualities over spice, plum and stewed fruit. Warm spicy finish. Fine grained soft tannins. Aftertaste of stewed fruit, spice and plum.
Cellar 2-3 years (2007-2008)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

Other Reviews...
The 2003 The Footbolt Shiraz exhibits sweet, earthy blackberry and cherry notes, a good texture, a touch of spice box and cedar, and a user-friendly finish with no hard edges. It should drink well for 3-4 years.
88 Points
Robert Parker – The Wine Advocate # 161 (Oct 2005)