2014 Shaw & Smith Shiraz

Deep dark red colour with black tinged edges and a dark red hue. Pronounced ripe dark cherry and liquorice aromas infused with clove are followed by some earth, a slight meatiness and pepper. Medium bodied with an elegant meaty, yet supple mouthfeel, the palate features flavours of liquorice and ripe dark cherries with a prominent clove overlay and underlying smoked meats and pepper. Very fine grained tannins. Medium to long aftertaste of spicy dark cherries, clove, smoked dried meats and pepper.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc 14%

Other Reviews…
Has established a consistent reputation as one of Australia's best cool climate shirazs, low yields (especially in 2014) and site selection all-important. Handpicked, partial whole bunch and remainder whole berry open-fermented, matured in French oak (33% new) for 14 months. A super-fragrant red cherry bouquet, with notes of mulberry, licorice and plum joining the vibrant red fruits of the palate, backed by firm, precisely framed tannins. Drink by 2030.
96 points
James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion