Monday, April 23, 2012

Jim Barry "Clare Red" Shiraz Cab 2008

Variety: Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon
Country of origin: Australia
Wine appellation: Clare Valley
Vintage: 2008
Alcohol content: 14.0%
Colordark ruby red
Bouquet black cherries, black berries with black currant and spices
Tastemedium to full body, good balance between dark fruit, mainly blackberries and black currant and structured tannin, which stay nicely and dry your mouth, all complemented by nice peppery tones, medium to longer finish
Recommended food pairing: steak 
Overall score85
PriceAUD 19
Stopperscrew cap
NIce example of Shiraz CS blend, where the CS provides the wine with more complexity.

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