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KILLIBINBIN
"This
is the kind of wine that offends Europeans and Eurocentrists, but which
Australia can do so well when there are reasonably low yields and top-flight
winemaking (in this case, Veritas?s renowned Rolf Binder). I have been working
my way through my stash of 1998 Killibinbin Shiraz, and must admit it is one of
the most popular wines with guests. Contrary to critics who believe these wines
fall apart in a few years, the 1998 remains a youthful five-year old that has
not moved far from its primary state. In any event, this is a big,
fruit-forward, rich, concentrated, substantial, corpulent Australian red that is
undoubtedly more ageworthy than most suspect. The purity of its flavor, enticing
texture, and luscious personality in addition to its fair price, will please
many tasters." Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
Blend '02
2003 $21.99
"A
straightforward, luxurious, earthy, pepper, black cherry and currant
scented and flavored, full, pure red that will provide attractive
drinking over the next 2-4 years." Robert parker, The Wine Advocate
#155
"(60% shiraz and 40% cabernet sauvignon): Lively
aromas of cassis, licorice, violet, pepper and spicy oak. Dense, juicy
and intensely flavored, with red and black berries, licorice and an
intriguing saline element. Finishes with firm tannins and lingering,
fresh fruit. A very successful blend, and an excellent value." Steve
Tanzer, International Wine Cellar 7-8/04
2002 $17.99
limited
"The 2002 Blend (65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Shiraz) exhibits a dense
ruby/purple color along with abundant amounts of black fruits intermixed with
chocolate, earth, and spice box. Medium to full-bodied, chunky, ripe, and
corpulent, it is a total hedonistic turn on. This low acid, plump 2002 should be
drunk over the next 5-7 years." 90 Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate
"Rich, ripe and generous with its cherry, plum and herb flavors, hinting at
leather and pepper as the flavors linger, finishing with a swarm of refined
tannins. Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Best after 2005." The Wine
Spectator 9/30/03
Shiraz
2002
$34.99
"A full bodied,
dense, chewy fruit bomb boasting oodles of blackberry and currant
fruit, plenty of glycerin, a velvety texture and fine purity. It's a
wine for shameless hedonists. Drink it over the next 5-8 years." 91 Robert parker, The Wine advocate #155
"Ripe,
almost plush, and distinctive for its spicy, peppery overtones around a
generous core of plum and berry flavors, finishing with a touch of
cedary spice. Drink now through 2009." 90 The Wine Spectator 9/15/04
Cabernet Sauvignon
2002 $32.99
"Classic.
Exhibiting copious quantities of black currant fruit, licorice,
underbrush and background oak as well as spice, this pure, medium to
full bodied, well made, harmonious Cabernet can be enjoyed now and over
the next 7-8 years." 90 Robert parker, The Wine Advocate #155
A Grateful Palate
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