03 Bannockburn Geelong Shiraz

[Dang]

Bannockburn is more famous for its Pinot, but I acquired two 03 Geelong Shiraz late 2005. I immediately took one to a tapa-style restaurant and decanted the wine on arrival. I shared the first glass with the chef (friend of our son). The first whiff spoke of meaty, earthy and truffy nose and among the red and blue fruit and spice I encountered definite soy sauce. The dinner came and surprise, among all the goodies (we do not order from the menu) there was a plate of barbecued beef loin marinated in soy sauce and ginger and five spice. What a lovely match!
15 years down the road, the second bottle got opened. Lovely cork, brickling red and still a lovely earthy, meaty nose covered with soy sauce. Wine is in its last stroll, but still wonderfully enjoyable with a steak just soaked in soy. Just a specialty of Geelong Shiraz, I guess.

[Mahmoud Ali]

I always enjoy wine notes that come with a story and this one is no different. I like the fact that the wine maintained the essence of its character over the years. Out of curiosity what was the alcohol level?

Cheers ......................... Mahmoud.

[Dang]

The problem is there is no left for more enjoyment! Alcohol level was 14.5%.