General: I'm tracking down various Durif blends at the moment as they seem to be well done here. This was a very enjoyable choice.
Varieties: Shiraz, Durif
Region/GI: North East Victoria, Rutherglen
Alcohol: 14.5%
Bouquet: Wonderfully balanced bouquet with equal measure raspberry, earthy spice and something like Christmas cake (stewed prunes, sultanas)
Flavour: Given the age, I expected something aggressive but this is surprisingly smooth. Medium length with a mild, tannic finish. The fruit flavours of ripe (black) cherry, hints of raspberry and prunes exist throughout the sip. Gentle and well done.
Points: 83
Notes: I opened the bottle yesterday and prefer the taste today. The complexity is much more apparent and I am tempted to rate it a little higher. I'll be buying more of this at the reasonable price of $14 (c. 250 Kc).
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