Another day another Shiraz suggestion from our local Dan Murphys. The Gallagher Wines Shiraz 2003 is produced in the Canberra region of NSW, it surprised me with an intensity of flavour generally found in Barossan or Heathcote reds.
Deep ruby red in colour with open and rich shiraz fruit aromas of plum, berries and spices. Intense dark fruit flavours burst into the mouth before fading nicely into a long finish with fine tannins and a hint of pepper.
There is no need to wait after opening this wine, making it an ideal choice for taking along to a restaurant. I found the balance was better if the wine is served around 15 degrees, once it warms up the alcohol starts to show through and the fruit borders on overripe.
Score: 7/10
Price: $22
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 13.8%
Would I buy this wine again?
A good wine, though I am not convinced on value for money