The deep color is accompanied by the enticing aromas of sweet Barossa Christmas cake spices. A prominent note of cloves adds to the complexity, reminiscent of the experience of tasting a clove bulb or licking the batter from a mixing bowl. Hints of nutmeg and mint add to the mix. This Shiraz is not overly fruity, but boasts a rich and velvety mid palate, with a touch more grip than the Grenache-based Nine Popes. This wine serves as a perfect example of the unique character and regional style that is characteristic of Charles Melton's cellar.

"Deep-ish red with a good tint of purple and a noseful of sweet spices, mace and cardamom, pepper and nutmeg. The palate is succulently fruit-sweet and plush, intense and sexy, the texture delightful and the tannins supple as well as gently insistent, supplying backbone and structure. Drinking well now and for several more years."

95 points - Huon Hooke, The Real Review