TN: Mitolo Jester McLaren Vale Shiraz 2002
Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2004 12:47 pm
Mitolo Jester McLaren Vale Shiraz 2002 $21.99USD (screwcap)
Cherry red with pink edge. Initial sulfur-like stink. Distinct herbaceous odor with chocolate undertones. Medium weight mouthfeel but lacking on the midpalate. There is a lot of acid in this wine and while the finish is clean it is also quite sharp and short. 14% alcohol (although it says 14.5% on the Australian label). 2,2,3,8=15 (Tasted August 13-14).
After 24 hours the wine had developed flavors of cloves and vanilla and the acidity had softened considerably, but the wine still lacks structure.
Mike
Cherry red with pink edge. Initial sulfur-like stink. Distinct herbaceous odor with chocolate undertones. Medium weight mouthfeel but lacking on the midpalate. There is a lot of acid in this wine and while the finish is clean it is also quite sharp and short. 14% alcohol (although it says 14.5% on the Australian label). 2,2,3,8=15 (Tasted August 13-14).
After 24 hours the wine had developed flavors of cloves and vanilla and the acidity had softened considerably, but the wine still lacks structure.
Mike