Robert Parker 92 points!
Jeremy Oliver Rating 91!
Stunning aromatics on the nose: wild herbs, tobacco, wet earth after a summer thunderstorm. Eucalyptus and white pepper make an appearance on the palate, which has a touch of quartz and is packed with rich, ripe blackberry fruit. The finish goes on and on.
International Wine Challenge Gold 2002
Robert Park 92 points!The black/purple-colored 1998 Shiraz Hickinbotham (600 cases) reveals extraordinary intensity. This wine exhibits smoky cassis, blackberry, melted asphalt, and toasty oak aromas, purity of fruit, an earthy, peppery character, and massive extract and richness. Drink this blockbuster Shiraz over the next 12-15 years.
This immense, super-concentrated, muscular wine appears to mirror the personality and stature of proprietor/winemaker Roman Bratasiuk. Clarendon Hills produces some of my favorite Australian wines, and readers looking for flavor, personality, and pleasure, should seek out this limited production gem.
92 points Drink 2000-2015
eRobertParker Only (Feb 2002) Robert Parker
Country:
Australia
Region:
SA- Clarendon
Variety:
Wine Red - Shiraz
Size:
750mL
