• 90 Points
    Tim Smith 2018 Shiraz (Barossa)

    This is a luscious, powerful Shiraz but one that finds drinkability amidst the juicy, silky fruit. Oodles of plum, cranberry and cassis fruit fill the nose, followed by mocha, violets, savory spice and a lick of polished oak (both French and American). The palate feels less cohesive, with gauzy, slightly astringent tannins. Nevertheless, this is a medium- to full-bodied Shiraz with plenty of curbside appeal.

    — C.P. Published 12/31/2021
  • 90 Points
    Tim Smith 2018 Shiraz (Barossa)

    This is a luscious, powerful Shiraz but one that finds drinkability amidst the juicy, silky fruit. Oodles of plum, cranberry and cassis fruit fill the nose, followed by mocha, violets, savory spice and a lick of polished oak (both French and American). The palate feels less cohesive, with gauzy, slightly astringent tannins. Nevertheless, this is a medium- to full-bodied Shiraz with plenty of curbside appeal.

    — C.P. Published 12/31/2021
  • 90 Points
    Tim Smith 2018 Shiraz (Barossa)

    This is a luscious, powerful Shiraz but one that finds drinkability amidst the juicy, silky fruit. Oodles of plum, cranberry and cassis fruit fill the nose, followed by mocha, violets, savory spice and a lick of polished oak (both French and American). The palate feels less cohesive, with gauzy, slightly astringent tannins. Nevertheless, this is a medium- to full-bodied Shiraz with plenty of curbside appeal.

    — C.P. Published 12/31/2021
  • 90 Points
    Tim Smith 2018 Shiraz (Barossa)

    This is a luscious, powerful Shiraz but one that finds drinkability amidst the juicy, silky fruit. Oodles of plum, cranberry and cassis fruit fill the nose, followed by mocha, violets, savory spice and a lick of polished oak (both French and American). The palate feels less cohesive, with gauzy, slightly astringent tannins. Nevertheless, this is a medium- to full-bodied Shiraz with plenty of curbside appeal.

    — C.P. Published 12/31/2021