"a ripper" of a wine: Stickleback Red 08

It's listed as being South Australia on the label although it comes from two 'premium' regions (as it were), being Limestone Coast (8%) and Langhorne Creek (92%). It's a blend of Shiraz (61%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%) Dolcetto (14%) and Lagrein (5%). 

Interesting smelling wine - it's pretty and floral, yet tarry and rasiny with a waft of mint and jammy blackberries and cherries.... It has a big mouthful of cherry flavour and plenty of chewy tannins - which I think is admirable for a wine of this price point - although they are a little bitter. I'd suggest they are onto something with this quirky little blend of grapes. With a steak, and a big glass, it would make for an interesting and satisfying drink. At $12 its a ripper.

Rating: 88 Points
Drink: 2009 - 2012