• 93 Points
    Editors’ Choice
    Frankland Estate 2004 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River)

    This is the sort of Shiraz that forces tasters to re-examine their view of the variety as produced in Australia. It starts off with powerful aromas of cracked pepper and floral notes evocative of violets, then delivers explosively spicy flavors of pepper and licorice cushioned by ripe blackberries and a rich, supple texture. It's the best of New and Old Worlds. Drink 2010–2020 plus. Imported by USA Wine West.

    — J.C. Published 12/31/2008
  • 93 Points
    Editors’ Choice
    Frankland Estate 2004 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River)

    This is the sort of Shiraz that forces tasters to re-examine their view of the variety as produced in Australia. It starts off with powerful aromas of cracked pepper and floral notes evocative of violets, then delivers explosively spicy flavors of pepper and licorice cushioned by ripe blackberries and a rich, supple texture. It's the best of New and Old Worlds. Drink 2010–2020 plus. Imported by USA Wine West.

    — J.C. Published 12/31/2008
  • 93 Points
    Editors’ Choice
    Frankland Estate 2004 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River)

    This is the sort of Shiraz that forces tasters to re-examine their view of the variety as produced in Australia. It starts off with powerful aromas of cracked pepper and floral notes evocative of violets, then delivers explosively spicy flavors of pepper and licorice cushioned by ripe blackberries and a rich, supple texture. It's the best of New and Old Worlds. Drink 2010–2020 plus. Imported by USA Wine West.

    — J.C. Published 12/31/2008
  • 93 Points
    Editors’ Choice
    Frankland Estate 2004 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Frankland River)

    This is the sort of Shiraz that forces tasters to re-examine their view of the variety as produced in Australia. It starts off with powerful aromas of cracked pepper and floral notes evocative of violets, then delivers explosively spicy flavors of pepper and licorice cushioned by ripe blackberries and a rich, supple texture. It's the best of New and Old Worlds. Drink 2010–2020 plus. Imported by USA Wine West.

    — J.C. Published 12/31/2008