Dense purple, viscous both in look and mouth feel, this is a luscious fruit forward Shiraz. Dark fruit, cassis, licorice, and a bit of earthy aroma (surprising in an Australian Shiraz). The taste is somewhat intense fruit, lengthy and makes me want another sip. Well balanced, high alcohol, but good fruit, some acidity, and velvet tannins. There is some cherry syrup as well. Nice wine, but I prefer the Angel's Share over the Gnarly Dude for everything except the label picture and the name. Tasted
March 21, 2007.
March 21, 2007.
