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Tasting notes
Score 93/100 · Drink 2004-2016, Robert Parker, Oct 2004

The 2002 Ironstone Pressings GSM may be the finest example of this cuvee I have yet tasted. A blend of 75% Grenache, 20% Shiraz, and 5% Mourvedre, its deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by an explosive perfume of dried herbs, black fruits, ground pepper, licorice, and old oak. This full-bodied, powerful, opulent blend boasts loads of fruit, wonderfully sweet glycerin, and a long finish with outstanding purity, definition, and structure. Drink it now and over the next 10-12 years. Importer: Rob McDonald, Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 258-9552

Critic scores

Critic scores
92
92/100

Average Score

93
93/100

Robert Parker

90
90+/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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90+ points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90+/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Jul 2004

Full medium ruby. Very ripe aromas of crushed dark berries and bitter chocolate. A step up in sweetness and texture from the Laughing Magpie. Very concentrated wine with fresh acidity. Also quite young and built to age.

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d'Arenberg
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Product details

Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz, Grenache/ Garnacha , Mourvedre/Monastrell/Mataro

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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