Robert Parker 97 points!
Jeremy Oliver Rating 95!
Robert Parker 97 points!The stupendous 2002 Syrah Hickinbotham Vineyard exhibits a saturated purple color as well as an extraordinary bouquet of ink, blackberry liqueur, creme de cassis, smoke, licorice, and espresso. Massively endowed, with great concentration yet tremendous structure and definition, it is an example of what Roman Bratasiuk does so well ... marry old vine power and concentration with extraordinary definition and elegance. It may be the finest example I have yet tasted from this vineyard. While approachable, it should last for 20+ years.
Roman Bratasiuk is one of Planet Earth's greatest winemakers, and obviously a top-notch viticulturist given his obsession with sourcing extraordinary fruit from ancient McLaren Vale vineyards.
97 points Drink 2004-2024
Wine Advocate #155 (Oct 2004) Robert Parker
Country:
Australia
Region:
SA- Clarendon
Variety:
Wine Red - Shiraz
Size:
750mL
