2005 McLaren Ridge Shiraz

Medium body, crimson colour with crimson hue. Top note of leather followed by spice. On the palate light flavours of stewed fruit, leather and cedar. Fine dryish tannins. Aftertaste of stewed fruit and cedar.
Cellar 1-2 years (2009-2010)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

First Tasted March 2008: Bright crimson colour with crimson hue. The nose displays an earthy top note, followed by leather, cedar and stewed fruit. The palate reveals flavours of cedar and leather. Fine dryish tannins, Aftertaste of dark chocolate, leather and cedar. The wine seems to be too advanced for its vintage.
Drink (2008)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%
81 points

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