2010 Barney's Block Shiraz
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Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2010 Barney’s Block Shiraz has a complex earthy/meaty, faintly floral nose with a good core of warm black berries, chocolate and anise. Big, full bodied and opulent in the mouth, it has a medium to firm level of rounded tannins and harmonious acidity with the spice layers and chocolate really coming through in the long and layered finish. Approachable now, it should drink best 2014 to 2024+. Importer: Terlato Wines International, Lake Bluff, IL
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Dark purple. Deeply pitched aromas of dark berries, cherry compote and licorice, with a smoky topnote. Lush, palate-coating blackberry and boysenberry flavors show excellent intensity and pick up an exotic floral nuance with air. Closes with superb energy and focus, leaving sweet dark fruit notes behind.
Ripe and voluptuous, the 2010 Two Hands Shiraz Barney's Block McLaren Vale is knockout stuff that delivers a serious, mineral-laced aromas of raspberry liqueur, smoked meats, crushed flowers, milk chocolate, and spice cabinet on the nose. Not holding much back, this full-bodied, powerful effort has a voluptuous texture, loads of fruit, and an overall silky, perfectly balanced profile that has nothing out of place. Gorgeous all around and a beautiful mix of richness and elegance, this beauty will shine for upwards of 2 decades.