Ranked #54 of 84 2006 Shiraz from McLaren Vale
86/100
3 Stars
Huon Hooke
Dense dark colour. Dusty oaky nose, earthy and savoury, a bit shy and lacks fruit and charm. Long time in barrels? Palate also has some chocolate and softness, also lashings of tannin and ripeness, but seems disjointed and lacking freshness. Grippy finish.
Tasted: 23/01/2009
Drink: N/A
The 2006 Shiraz “G.A.M.” (the initials of the Mitolo children) was aged in French and American oak, 60% new. Opaque purple in color, it has an aromatic array of roasted coffee, violets, lavender, pepper, Asian spices, blueberry, and blackberry liqueur. In the mouth it is velvety-textured, deep, concentrated, opulent, and altogether hedonistic. It will evolve for 5-7 years and drink well through 2026. Source: Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) October, 2007 by Jay Miller