Coldstream Hills 2001 Limited Release Shiraz Oct 04

An earthy, dumb bouquet complete with sweaty sox, liquorice and chocolate. Well constructed and balanced, tannins are smooth, the fruit medium-weight and persistent. At first, it seems a little lean but the plum, chocolate and aniseed flavours finish clean and with good intensity. Consistency is supple, the structure almost seamless, and the complexity is well developed and harmonious. A good example of a clean, well made cool climate Shiraz, it is very easy to drink and made in a style that the wineries founder, James Halliday would love. Rated as Highly Recommended with ** for value at $31.50 which is the dozen price at CD.