2001 Marquis-Philips Shiraz, Integrity, Australia
We fully expected this to be the biggest, thickest Shiraz ever. Were we wrong! Instead of head-banging power, this wine is one of complexity and elegance. It starts with brassy high notes of mint jelly, picking up percussion notes of root beer and black licorice, then reaches a crescendo of sweet, extracted blackberry and blueberry on the palate. All the while, it maintains a sense of precision and elegance.
MSRP: N/A (May 2003)
Wine Lines rating: 98
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RATINGS EXPLAINED
80-84 points: A sound wine that shows varietal character. 85-89 points: An unflawed wine that shows some depth and concentration of aromas and flavors. 90-93 points: A Gold Medal wine of its type, showing balance, depth and secondary flavor profiles found in the best of its style. 94-97 points: Hedonistic pleasure in a glass. Remarkable balance, aromas, flavor and length. A pure expression of the varietal or type. 98-100 points: A wine for the ages! Will drink sublimely for decades. Learn more here!
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