2006 Mount Edelstone Shiraz

The 2006 Mount Edelstone Shiraz was sourced from a vineyard planted in 1912 with yields of less than 0.5 tons/acre. It was aged for 21 months in 65% new French and American oak. Purple-colored, the nose sports aromas of wood smoke, Asian spices, incense, blueberry, blackberry, and chocolate. Dense and packed, this full-bodied Shiraz has lots of flesh, succulent blue and black fruit flavors, impeccable balance, and a long, pure finish. Drink it from 2013 to 2021. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993

Youthful violet color. Sexy aromas of cherry-vanilla, cola, potpourri and sandalwood, along with a smoky mineral overtone. Deep, seductively sweet dark berry flavors boast liqueur-like richness and are enlivened by juicy acidity. Floral pastille and cracked pepper qualities emerge with air and carry through a long, sappy and impressively focused finish, which features silky tannins and a suave floral character. This gains power in the glass while maintaining admirable balance, focus and mineral-driven clarity.

The 2006 Mount Edelstone Shiraz was sourced from a vineyard planted in 1912 with yields of less than 0.5 tons/acre. It was aged for 21 months in 65% new French and American oak. Purple-colored, the nose sports aromas of wood smoke, Asian spices, incense, blueberry, blackberry, and chocolate. Dense and packed, this full-bodied Shiraz has lots of flesh, succulent blue and black fruit flavors, impeccable balance, and a long, pure finish. Drink it from 2013 to 2021. Jay Miller, Wine Advocate # 186 Dec 2009