2005 Glen Eldon Wines Dry Bore Shiraz

Very deep crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Top note of leather, followed by earth. This is an old fashioned Shiraz – with end notes of blackberry and spice. The palate displays flavours of plum and spice followed by a hint of chocolate and cinnamon in the background. Fine dryish tannins. Aftertaste of cinnamon and black pepper with dry tannins persisting.
Cellar 2-3 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

First tasted 12th February, 2008;

Very deep crimson colour with black mauve hue. Spicy top note followed by plum and vanilla, showing good varietal character. The palate is a touch tight, displaying flavours of black pepper and spice. Fine grained tannins Aftertaste of plum, black pepper and vanilla.
Cellar 2-3 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

89 Points

Other Reviews….
The 2005 Shiraz “Dry Bore” was aged for 18 months in new and used French and American oak. The wine is a saturated purple color offering up an alluring bouquet of violets, saddle leather, blackberry, and blueberry muffin. This leads to a stylish, racy Shiraz with a sense of elegance. Nicely balanced, it has generous ripe fruit, a smooth texture, good focus, and a long finish. Give it 2-3 years to fill out and drink it through 2020.
91 points
Jay Miller – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate