Zema Estate 2004 Family Selection Shiraz June 07

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Zema Estate 2004 Family Selection Shiraz June 07

The cool climate origins are noticeable with black pepper dominating the aroma which also shows sweet vanillin oak notes and dark fruits; all in all, very attractive. Its' a muscular weight wine that is well balanced with abundant, slightly powdery tannins, refreshing acid and deep, strong, intense fruit; yet despite this description, given time, it should turn into something more elegant, and special. There is a modicum of genteel Coonawarra class to the wine too. The flavour profile is delightful with perfectly ripe, vibrant fruit wafting through the palate; pepper, high-tone blackberry and milk chocolate which finishes long and dry. Rated as Highly Recommended with *** for value, the rating should improve as the wine reaches its peak about 2012. Anyone who thinks Coonawarra Shiraz is second rate to the warmer regions of SA, needs to try this wine.