Mt. Billy 2003 Antiquity Shiraz (Barossa Valley) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Mt. Billy 2003 Antiquity Shiraz (Barossa Valley)

Rating
94
Price
$49
Winery
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
15%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
6/1/2007
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Consumers who like French-inspired Australian Shiraz should buy as much of this wine as they can find. The grapes are from 80–110-year-old vineyards, the winemaking is by Dan Standish (formerly at Torbreck) and the results are heavenly. Aromas are floral—verging on herbal in the way of the northern Rhône—backed by blueberries. It's creamy and lush, mouthcoating, while the complex flavors range from blueberry to raspberry and black olive to spice. Finishes long and peppery, with a dusting of fine tannins and uplifted fruit. Delicious now, but it should evolve through 2015. Joe Czerwinski

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98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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