Twelve Staves Shiraz
2001 / 750 ml.
Ratings Key:
- SP Wine Spectator
- WE Wine Enthusiast
- OT Other Review Service
- RP Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate
- ST Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
- Gold Premier Gold - Best Value*
- Plat Premier Platinum - Our Highest Recommendation
- * as rated by our staff
Published Reviews
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90 pts. Wine & Spirits: October 1, 2003
The aromas may be black, as if smelling the smoke and funk of tannin, but the flavors are fresh red cherry. And the cherry remains bright, concentrated, lasting through the bitter, mineral tannins, sustaining fruit flavors past their grip. A soft and tangy McLaren Vale red, built for a party around the grill.
- 89
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89 pts. Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate: October, 2002
Produced from 65-year old vines, the 2001 Shiraz is a full-bodied, dense, thick, chewy example with plenty of tar, black currant, blackberry, and earthy aromas as well as flavors. It is a big, chunky, mouthfilling Shiraz to enjoy now and over the following 7–8 years.
Member Store Reviews
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7/15/2003
Big full-body Shiraz. Deep rich black fruits make up this very concentrated wine. Hints of pepper, chocolate and Tabasco round it out. This wine will keep you coming back for more.
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