2005 Hill of Grace Shiraz
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The 2005 Shiraz Hill of Grace is quite the powerhouse, displaying a concentrated and hearty core of dark tones: licorice, cocoa, clove, tar and roasted spices. A vigorous, ripe palate with serious fruit impact follows; ample, chewy tannins support it through a lengthy finish. The 2005 will age well, so there's no need to hurry.
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Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
Jancis Robinson MW
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Very lifted, almost exaggerated sweet black squishy mulberry fruit – reminds me less of Shiraz and more of top Tempranillo – lovely density, with complex hints of that strawberry-gum spice and some earthy gaminess. (MA)
Mid to dark ruby. Sweet and leathery on the nose. Such a gentle balm! Sweet and ripe and completely resolved. No heat. No oak. Just the purest fruit. Delightfully dissoved sandy tannins on the end. Great life and vigour. If I had a sore throat, this is what I'd like to cure it. (JR)
Deep garnet with a hint of purple, the 2005 Hill of Grace offers a wonderful perfume of kirsch, red currant preserves and raspberry coulis with hints of cinnamon stick, cloves and orange peel. Medium to full-bodied, it is very elegant yet intense in the mouth with a lively acid line, medium-firm, very finely grained tannins, and a very long finish. Approachable now and should drink to 2040+. Importer: Negociants USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993