TN: Wild Duck Creek Reserve Shiraz 2003

Scoobinski · Post by **Scoobinski** » Thu Jan 20, 2005 10:02 am

Clearly needs many years to show its stripes; not nearly as approachable/aromatic as the 2000 vintage at release. Typical WDC shiraz - gripping tannins, well balanced acid and chewy texture. Honey, spice and red berries on the nose. Deep purple/black colour. High alcohol noticeable, but does not detract from the wine. Great Length. Needs 5-10 years, after which will be awesome! 92/100.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Jan 20, 2005 7:45 pm

Has anyone else received 2003s from WDC. I'm getting a little concerned, as none have arrived yet.

Adam · Post by **Adam** » Thu Jan 20, 2005 9:42 pm

Mine havent come either...so dont get too worried....

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Thu Jan 20, 2005 11:46 pm

I picked mine up at Dave Anderson's tasting session in Sydney - early Dec if I recall correctly.

Baby Chickpea · Post by **Baby Chickpea** » Thu Jan 20, 2005 11:56 pm

Got mine in mid-dec. I have a standing order account.

Thx for the TN. Yeah, the 2000s were really flamboyant and exotic (especially the Reserve Shiraz). I actually think his wines are getting better structurally, with less emphasis on the ultra-ripe sweet saturated fruit of past vintages like 1997 and 2000. I've had all his wines from 1997-2002 but missed the tasting of the 2003s. I reckon his cab just gets better and better. And amazing how he maintains consistency year in year out, not a bad vintage for him from 1996-2003.

Adam · Post by **Adam** » Fri Jan 21, 2005 11:16 am

Baby Chickpea wrote:Got mine in mid-dec. I have a standing order account.

I think everyone has a standing order account...

Baby Chickpea · Post by **Baby Chickpea** » Fri Jan 21, 2005 3:02 pm

I know someone who isn't and gets an alocation every year. Two years ago Dave told me there were two lists - standing order, and the waiting list which is effectively what's left over from those who do not take their full allocations on the s/o.