| 1998 Penfolds Shiraz Coonawarra Bin 128 Coonawarra, Australia WB Rating: 87 Alcohol by volume: 13.8% Price at time of purchase: $19.00 (Costco) Type: Shiraz Principal varietal(s): Shiraz (Syrah) More tannic and backward-feeling than a lot of fat Aussie Shirazes. The nose has some nice complexity, as well as some similarity to a Cabernet, with dark currant and cherry notes. A little rustic in the mouth at this stage, but with nice currant, cherry, roasted meat, and earthy licorice flavors. The finish is still a bit on the tannic and tart side, though with good persistence. - HK 2002-11-02 [Back] |
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