Wine Selection
Yalumba The Strapper 2012 (Australia: Barossa Valley) (ID# 2219)
| Name | Yalumba The Strapper 2012 (ID# 2219) | |||
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| Varietal | Grenache/Shiraz/Mataro | |||
| Region | Australia: Barossa Valley | |||
| Notes | "Rich, ripe and velvety, this is dense without being heavy-handed, with cherry, blackberry, pomegranate and spice flavors that dance through the vigorous finish. Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro. Drink now through 2019. 1,000 cases imported." (Wine Spectator) | |||
Additional Notes "Pale to medium garnet-purple in color and bursting with aromas of raspberry preserves and kirsch plus hints of anise, black pepper and orange rind, the full-bodied 2012 The Strapper Grenache Shiraz Mataro is packed with rich, spicy red berry and baking spice flavors on the softly textured palate that is framed by silky tannins. It finishes long with a refreshing lift. Drink it now to 2018+." (Wine Advocate) "Spicy raspberry and cherry on the spice-laced nose, with zesty minerality adding vibrancy. Brisk red fruit flavors show good clarity and subtle sweetness, with a snap of tangy acidity adding cut. No excess fat here and no obvious tannins either." (Josh Raynolds, Vinous) |
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| Price | $16.99 |
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| Scores | Press* | Points | Other | Gold Star |
| WS: | 91 pts | |||
| WA: | 90 pts | |||
| IWC: | 88 pts | |||
| Other | ABV% | Body | Oak | Bio/Natural/Org/Sus |
| 14.1 | Full | Medium | ||
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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine