David Franz, HP Shiraz, Barossa Valley, 2012
79
Tasted by:
(at Decanter's June 2017 issue Australian Value Shiraz Panel Tasting, 16 Feb 2017)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2018
Super savoury, spicy and evolved, the nose is showing a lot of oxidation and is reminiscent of an ancient tawny port. On the palate it is a juicy fruit bomb, with notes of fernet branca. It has a lovely round texture and integrated tannins, but no freshness or vibrancy of flavour.
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Producer
David Franz
Brand
HP Shiraz
Vintage
2012
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Australia
Region
South Australia
Appellation
Barossa Valley
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
14.00%
Body
Full
Oak
Oaked
Grapes
100% Syrah / Shiraz