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Wednesday 8 March 2017

d'Arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz 2013


d'Arenberg's 2013 icon releases have been a stunning return to form. Whilst previous releases (see: Ironstone Pressings, Coppermine Road, Dead Arm) have been good, they - for me - have not quite nudged the Very Good/ Excellent realms. I've oft wondered - and as excellent as the initiative is - what impact Scarce Earth bottlings may have had on these icon releases.

This is good, very good. Ironstone, earth; sanguine, plum, blackcurrant, herb inflected, ferrous - almost wild. The tannin structure - impressive, dominating from the middle third. Oak is present, carrying licorice to its conclusion. Just give it time. 94 

Tasted on: Wednesday 2nd November, a Leaf day
Source: Sample
Price: $65
Alcohol: 14.6%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.darenberg.com.au/

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