2018 Shiraz S-Block
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Score 93/100 · Drink 2022-2028, Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate, Dec 2022
The most immediate attribute of this 2018 L-Block Shiraz is its ripeness. The fruit is ripe to the point of bagging—15% alcohol confirms this—however it seems the right direction for a Rhône producer such as Chapoutier to take. It has notes of grated nutmeg, cinnamon, freshly tanned hide, mulberry compote and redcurrants. Further to this, the array of woodsy spices, savory tannin splay and overall exoticism places it in a good position. Distinct, spicy and full. Very good.
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93
93/100
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17
17/20
Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
93
93/100
Erin Larkin, Wine Advocate
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16.5 points
Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2020-2030, Richard Hemming MW, jancisrobinson.com, Jun 2019
Rich, peppery, spicy, chocolatey. Heavyweight but balanced. Not jammy, but not especially complex at this stage. Lots of heat on the finish. (RH)
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Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier
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