2005 Thorn-Clarke Shiraz Shotfire Ridge
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Yields much lower than the Terra Barossa Shiraz at 2t per acre. 14-16 months in 50% new American oak. Very spicy vanilla and cherry nose. Espresso, blueberries and late summer plums, that same inky seam running down the middle. Quite intense and full-bodied. (TC)
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Robert Parker
Tamlyn Currin, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2005 Shiraz Shotfire Ridge beefs up the oak and fruit intensity in a full-bodied, chocolaty, rich, ball buster styled Barossa Shiraz that coats the palate, stains the teeth, and provides an intense mouthful of wine. It should drink well for 10-12 years. It is a remarkable value. Importer: Fran Kysela, Kysela Pere et Fils, Winchester, VA; tel. (540) 722-9228
Deep, saturated purple. Dusty deep aromas of espresso-tinged blackberry, blueberry and blackcurrant. Lush, velvety and sweet, the blackberry and blueberry flavors veering toward liqueur-like but retaining focus and clarity. I suspect that many hard-core Old World palates might find this a bit too much but I'm impressed.