Craneford  John Zilm Shiraz 2002 750mL

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Craneford  - John Zilm - Shiraz - 2002 - 750mL
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A great example of Barossan shiraz. Rich and ripe blackberry fruit partner with well integrated charry oak in the background. A luscious mouthfeel with some earthy tobacco and licorice nuances. Finishes long. Has developed beautifully and is drinking well for a six year old wine.
Wine Advocate  The gorgeous 2002 Shiraz was aged in 85% French and 15% American oak. Loads of blackberry fruit are found in this opulent, full-bodied, pure, heady Shiraz. This offering will not be particularly long-lived, but it possesses a pure flavor, good texture, and offers a considerable value. ..... read more
International Wine Cellar  Full medium ruby. Superripe aromas of currant, blackberry, smoke and truffle. Very sweet, ripe and gamey, just this side of cloying. Notes of nutmeg, smoke and tobacco leaf. At once creamy-sweet and lightly vegetal. Finishes with sweet, smooth tannins. ..... read more

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Wine details


Wine Country: Australia
Area/Appellation: South Australia
Wine Region: Barossa Valley
Winery: Craneford
Wine Brand: John Zilm
Wine Vintage: 2002
Wine Varietal: Shiraz


Wine Format: 750mL
Other Formats:  1.5L
Wine Type: Red
Alcohol Volume: 15%
Wine Category: Smart Buys
Drink From:  2013
Drink Until: Ready to Drink

WA 92
IWC 87

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Wine Advocate
 Ready to Drink
92 
The gorgeous 2002 Shiraz was aged in 85% French and 15% American oak. Loads of blackberry fruit are found in this opulent, full-bodied, pure, heady Shiraz. This offering will not be particularly long-lived, but it possesses a pure flavor, good texture, and offers a considerable value.
- WA, Robert Parker Jnr. Issue: #155
International Wine Cellar
 Ready to Drink
87 
Full medium ruby. Superripe aromas of currant, blackberry, smoke and truffle. Very sweet, ripe and gamey, just this side of cloying. Notes of nutmeg, smoke and tobacco leaf. At once creamy-sweet and lightly vegetal. Finishes with sweet, smooth tannins.
- IWC, Stephen Tanzer Issue: Aug 1 2004


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