Forefathers Shiraz, McLaren Vale, Australia

祖輩西拉干紅葡萄酒

點擊次數(shù)：4707

Smooth and velvety, with a minty edge to the currant and plum flavors, lingering on the fine-grained finish. Drink now through 2011. 3,810 cases made, 3,810 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

Winemaker Nick Goldschmidt has turned out a Shiraz that seems a bit conflicted. It’s only medium-bodied, yet packs in overripe flavors of cooked berries laced with dark chocolate and espresso. The peppery notes on the finish give it enough verve to pair with steaks or burgers.——J.C.(4/1/2008)—— 87

Veteran winemaker Nick Goldschmidt is based in Healdsburg, California, as head of winemaking for Allied Domecq, but manages to find enough time to turn out this fine example of McLaren Vale Shiraz. The texture is lush and creamy, while the flavors run the gamut from dark mixed fruit to chocolate and spice. It firms up a bit on the finish, so while this is approachable now, it should easily age through 2015. ——J.C.(2/1/2007)—— 90