Jones 2003 L.J. Shiraz Aug 05

A brooding bouquet that seems to make clever use of well-controlled oak; showing slightly floral perfumed fruit together with spice and the hint of menthol, the bouquet is most attractive. I love tasting a wine where as soon as it hits the tongue, the palate snaps to attention and kicks the brain into gear, and that's exactly what this wine did. It's a reasonably big wine; it sits in the mouth beautifully filling every nook and cranny yet despite its power and persistence it shows refined class and a touch of elegance. With excellent balance and construction, the ultra-fine tannins support a long, persistent finish. Plum, spice, coffee and a hint of eucalyptus provide excellent complexity that will only get better as the wine ages. Whilst it's approachable now, it will definitely be better with another five+ years in a deep dark hole. Rated as Excellent with *** for value, don't hesitate to buy this one.