2022 Mount Langi Ghiran Talus Shiraz

Rich, dense and concentrated yet sculptured and fresh.

Pitch black core with a deep dark red black tinged hue. Intense black cherry, blackberry and liquorice aromas infused with blackpepper sail out of the glass followed by some toasty cedar, earth and meaty clove like notes. Rich, dense and concentrated a tidal wave of blackberry, liquorice and black cherry fruits engulf the mouth. Scorched earth, vanillin cedar and peppered dried meat elements ensue. Counterpointing the opulence of fruit is a youthful freshness. A polished yet sculptured tannin structure imparts some firmness onto the long deeply fruited conclusion.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.8%

Other Reviews……
Sourced from blocks planted by Trevor Mast in the 1990s. Maturation in French barriques (40% new) for 15 months. It is a constant that Talus is immediately understated, elegant and yet it builds and builds in the glass. Lifted florals, acacia, sage, black pepper mix with dark berries and woodsy scented oak. The pepper factor, while supple and fresh, runs long and lingering. Ditto fine tannins. Very MLG. Drink by 2036.
95 Points
Jeni Port – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

Vividly fragrant, featuring notes of black pepper and crushed dark fruit. It has a more pronounced tannin structure than is characteristic of Langi’s single vineyards. Tightly wound, it displays subtle blue fruit character and an austere, compact finish. While drinkable now, it will become significantly more expressive with some bottle age. Drink from 2025. Screw cap.
95 Points
JamesSuckling.com

A brilliant and bright Shiraz shows the elegance and sleek style of this region. Spicy cherry and plummy characters emerge on the nose with just a little black pepper character. The super fine and elegantly structured palate is the highlight. The spicy fruits with their lightly dried herb and bright berry characters are immediately captivating. Fine chalky tannins and oak, of which 40% was new, strike a perfect supporting balance. Terrific wine. Drink 2024-2037.
95 Points
Ray Jordan – WinePilot.com