2009 Domaines Tatiarra Shiraz Cambrian

Very deep purple-black colored, the 2009 Cambrian Shiraz is profoundly scented of blackberry preserves, black cherry compote, blueberry pie filling and licorice with nuances of cinnamon stick and vanilla pod. Big, concentrated and very full bodied in the mouth, it gives a good backbone of crisp acid and firm, medium grained tannins, finishing long and spicy. Delicious now, it should develop nicely over the next 4-6 years and drink to 2019+. Each vintage only 4 barrels of Tatiarra Trademark Shiraz are produced - consisting of two barrels of the best Shiraz made by Ben Riggs in McLaren Vale combined with the two finest barrels of Heathcote Shiraz from Tatiarra to create a 50/50 cross-regional blend. Importer: Epicurean Wines, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 923-1376