Despite well below average rainfall and warm conditions during the growing season
Lovely black and morello cherry on the nose with red and blackberries and vanilla oak
the 2016 Amon Ra Shiraz recalls 2004 in its youth
crisp acidity and a dusting of ultra-fine Pinot Noir tannin
97 POINTS JAMES HALLIDAY
Susana Balbo Brioso vodka Despite well below average rainfallSusana Balbo Brioso. A magnificent, muscular, unctuous 'Bordeaux blend' comprising Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot in proportions dependent on the vintage, capable of long ageing and wonderfully approachable in its youth. 15 months in 100% new French oak barrels, a triumph. "Black, ripe, cassis and black plum, with cedar coming through, the oak polished, and there is an elegance to the character on the palate too.