2002 Yalumba Shiraz/Viognier Barossa Valley
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The stunning 2002 Shiraz/Viognier is composed of 91% Shiraz and 9% Viognier that were co-fermented, experienced an indigenous yeast fermentation, and spent 18 months in primarily French oak (39% new). A glorious perfume of apricot jam, blackberry liqueur, cassis, licorice, and pepper is followed by a wine with superb texture, medium to full body, low acidity, and sweet tannin. It is an upfront, hedonistic, mouthfilling 2002 to drink now and over the next 5-7 years. Importer: Negociants, USA, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-0993
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About the producer
Based in the tiny village of Angaston in the Barossa, South Australia, Yalumba is the country's oldest family-owned winery. The estate produces a broad range of wines from entry-level to ultra-premium, such as The Caley.