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2004 Lake Breeze Grenache

Langhorne Creek, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$17. 99
Bottle
$215.88 Dozen
Minimum 12 bottles
Cellar: 3 - 4 Years (2009-2010)
ABV: 14.8%
Closure: Cork

This wine has been made from 6 rows of 72 year old vines. Semi-translucent crimson colour with crimson mauve hue. Lifted nose of raspberry and spice. Silky palate texture. Flavours of raspberry jam, spice and dark cherries emerge. Very fine tannins, moderate length. Aftertaste of dark cherry and raspberry jam.
Cellar 3-4 years (2009-2010)
Alc/Vol: 14.8%

Other reviews...
From 72-year-old vines, the deep ruby-hued 2004 Grenache exhibits a classic kirsch liqueur, peppery, spicy bouquet, medium body, and a suppleness that is more akin to Pinot Noir than Grenache. This attractive effort is best consumed over the next 2-3 years.
87 points.
Robert Parker
Wine Advocate #168 (Dec 2006)