| "The 2005 Shiraz 'The Prophet' was aged in French and American oak for 21 months. Purple-colored, it exhibits aromas of wood smoke, toast, pencil lead, tar, blueberry, and blackberry. Layered and long on the palate, it has enough structure to evolve for 3-4 years. It will continue to drink well through 2015." |
"This is a big, loud Shiraz, bursting with blackberry fruit and scents of cola, vanilla and toast. The flavors favor blackberries but also blend in hints of fruitcake and spice that easily conceal it's 14.9% alcohol. Long and lush on the finish, this is delicious now but should also hold at least five years." |
