TN: 2002 Kay Brothers Hillside Shiraz
Posted: Mon Sep 06, 2004 10:00 am
2002 Kay Brother Hillside Shiraz - Decanted for 3 1/2 hours - Ripe, deep, unmistakably lush Shiraz fruit. Great American oak handling (in casks not barriques 
- I wish others would do this) has created a big wine with finesse and class. 15% alcohol is surprising, as the wine has such great line. The tannins are in massive abundance but are very ripe and are covered by the deep fruit creating great length but no astringency. Hints of mocha and a touch of earth. Very controlled and even after 4-5 hours, the wine is still tight. Rated Excellent, at $33, this wine is a must-buy, especially if you were not able to get some of the Block 6. This wine will be even better in 5 years and will continue handsomely after that.
Adair
- I wish others would do this) has created a big wine with finesse and class. 15% alcohol is surprising, as the wine has such great line. The tannins are in massive abundance but are very ripe and are covered by the deep fruit creating great length but no astringency. Hints of mocha and a touch of earth. Very controlled and even after 4-5 hours, the wine is still tight. Rated Excellent, at $33, this wine is a must-buy, especially if you were not able to get some of the Block 6. This wine will be even better in 5 years and will continue handsomely after that.
Adair