Jeanneret Clare Valley Shiraz 2002 ($17.99USD) Deep cherry red with red edge. Very open and attractive with plums, pepper and dusty oak aromas. On the palate, a full bodied wine with rich, ripe almost sweet fruit and soft tannins. The finish is marred by a surprising bitterness. At 24 hours the wine had developed a faint mint character and a sweet vanilla oak flavor. 2, 2, 4.2, 9.7 = 17.9/20, 14.5% alcohol. Tasted January 26-17, 2005.
Whilst I haven't tried this wine specifically, I have tried a number from this producer and have yet to find a single one that makes me want to go out and either buy a bottle or try another one from the winery. Not my style at all. Your comments come as no surprise.
