2002 Mitolo Jester Shiraz

Very deep brick red colour with deep brick red hue. Lifted nose of white pepper, leather and spice, followed by a hint of vanilla and chocolate. The palate has plenty of flavour but only moderate length. Black pepper, leather and spice emerge, over a fine dry tannin background. Aftertaste of spice, vanilla, plum and stewed fruit.
Cellar 2-3 years (2007-2008) Stelvin
Alc/Vol: 14.5%

First tasted, November 2003:
Opaque black purple colour with deep purple hue. Lifted nose with notes of violets, spice and blackberry emerging showing very good varietal character. The palate is generous with big ‘joosy’ fruit flavours supported by a very strong flavour of very pronounced liquorice, toasted oak, spice and blackberry. Fine dryish tannins. Long aftertaste of liquorice, plum and spice followed by black pepper. Winner of "Best Red Wine - Under $25" at the McLaren Vale Wine Show!!
RATING: 94
VALUE: XXXX