February 1, 2008

Vinecrest Sparkling Shiraz 2002

Filed under: Wine Reviews, Australian Wine, Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Sparkling Wine
Posted By: Murray

Vinecrest Sparking ShirazIt’s been a while since I popped open a bottle of sparking shiraz and I had been looking forward to trying this one from Vinecrest for a while. What better time to open it than the Australia day long weekend?

Juicy dark cherry and blackberry fruit flavours are kept in balance by subtle drying tannins and a little all spice. The bubbles are fine and not overly active, but provide a creamy chocolate character. Medium bodied with decent length, a good match with Beef Rogan Josh.

Although there is a bit of a question mark about the value for money at around $30 per bottle, this sparking shiraz is very easy drinking and moreish. Definitely the pick of the Vinecrest wines we have tried.

Score: 88/100
Price: $32
Closure: Cork
Alcohol: 12.5%
Other Opinions: Vinecrest
Would I buy this wine?
No, questionable value for money

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