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2013 Three Brothers Reunited Shiraz

South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$9. 99
Bottle
$119.88 Dozen
Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2019-2020)
ABV: 14.5%
Closure: Stelvin

It’s a rare achievement in this industry for a wine to maintain its price point over a decade without sacrificing quality, even more so when it's priced under $10. But the Three Brothers Reunited Shiraz has done just that. Most new labels (particularly in the sub $20 category) start with a bang and over deliver in the first couple of vintages in an attempt to win new customer's loyalty. However, in follow up releases they often stretch expectations of quality in order to meet increased demand. Gradually the brand fades away as customers are disillusioned with what's become a lesser wine. Three Brothers, on the other hand, has made quality and consistency its number one priority, only gradually increasing production while growing a very loyal customer base that's made this our top selling red for well over a decade. Further testimony to this label's commitment to quality was demonstrated by the fact that no wine was produced from the difficult 2011 vintage - the challenging conditions simply didn't offer fruit to meet the label's required standards.

Over 10 vintages, this wine has remained one of the benchmarks in the value for money stakes. The 2013 is no exception.

Opaque black dark red colour with a dark crimson red black tinged hue. Lifted aromas of liquorice, ripe blackberries and dark plum arise from the glass with underlying nuances of toasty vanillin oak and spice following. Medium to full bodied the palate possesses outstanding richness and depth for its price along with a plush fleshy textural feel. Mouthfilling flavours of liquorice intermixed with ripe blackberries and dark plum feature over a background of toasty vanillin oak with a spicy finish. Velvet smooth perfectly integrated tannins. Excellent length with a long plush conclusion of liquorice, dark plum, vanillin oak and spicy pepper. Irresistible drinking now or over the next 4-5 years.
Alc 14.5%