Sunday, 25 November 2007

Bowen Estate Shiraz 2005 (Coonawarra)


One of my favourite medium priced wines and this one is no exception. I knew that it required a lengthy time to breathe and I gave it about 4 hours in the bottle.

That was just about perfect!! A light smoky vanilla nose and a lovely warm full smooth velvety mouthfeel, make this a great wine to drink for any occasion.

Buttery (almost creamy) on the palate, but with firm tannins and excellent length, I rate this wine quite highly indeed. There is a dusty berry tone to it as well that adds to a beautiful complexity.

Bought on special for $20 too, I should have bought more :)

Drinkability 92/93
Value 97
Price $19.80 on special from Dan Murphys (in any six)

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