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2017 Langmeil Freedom Shiraz (Screwcap)

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RATINGS

95The Wine Advocate

...boasting scents of black olives, licorice and espresso against a backdrop of dark fruit. Yet it's full-bodied, concentrated and generous on the palate, avoiding any sense of austerity and finishing long and plush.

95Vinous / IWC

Deeply pitched cherry-cola, blackcurrant, licorice, espresso and incense aromas are complemented by vanilla and woodsmoke accents. Delivers a compelling blend of power and finesse, offering densely packed black and blue fruit, candied violet, mocha and exotic spice flavors and a peppery nuance that builds with aeration. Sappy and energetic on the strikingly long, smooth finish, which features well-knit tannins and repeating vanilla and spice notes.

94James Suckling

...aromas of ripe black and red fruit, as well as red plums and orange peel, are framed in subtly spicy notes of earth and chocolate. The palate is so melded and smooth with a very long delivery of rich blackberry flavors. Noble, long tannins here.

REGION

Australia, South Australia, Barossa Valley

South Australia is the nation’s most important wine region. South Australia is to Australia what California is to the U.S. About half of Australia’s wine comes from South Australia and many of the country’s most acclaimed producers are there. Wineries based in South Australia include Penfolds Grange, Torbreck, Amon Ra, Henschke and Jacob’s Creek. The prestigious Barossa Valley is located in South Australia, and is often compared to Napa Valley because it is gorgeous topography covered in grape vines. First farmed by 19th century German-speakers who immigrated from what is now Poland, the Barossa Valley is the crown jewel of the region. South Australia has widely varying climates, from very hot, dry areas to cooler, high altitude areas. There are more than 150,000 acres of vineyards in South Australia, with more being planted each month. Shiraz is king, though the region also produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Mourvedre, Chardonnay and Semillon.

TYPE

Red Wine, Syrah (Shiraz)

This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.