2004 Shiraz Reserve
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Deep garnet with a bit of lingering purple, the 2004 Reserve Shiraz opens with some earthy meatiness to begin which gives way to plenty of fruit, still a bit primary, along with violets, menthol, licorice and chocolate notes. Full-bodied, rich, opulent, it has tons of youthful fruit in the mouth complemented by savory and spicy layers and structured by medium-firm, rounded tannins and vibrant acid. It finishes long. Drink it now to 2025+. Importer: Ronnie Sanders, Vine Street Imports, Philadelphia, PA; www.vsimports.com
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Jeb Dunnuck
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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Last but not least was the ’04 Noon Reserve. Thick and unctuous, with a fruit forward array of black and blue fruits, graphite, and floral notes, this full bore Shiraz is still incredibly youthful and primary, without showing any hints of maturity. Aged for 18 months in a combination of foudre and barrel, this lacked some of the depth displayed by the prior wines, but is still a stunning bottle with a long life ahead of it.