The mouthfeel is succulent with abundant freshness/energy. Cherries are consistent from the nose to the palate, as is liquorice, however in this instance, the impression is more akin to Dutch liquorice. Saffron, coffee bean, sarsaparilla and cola creaminess add to the textural interest, almost certainly oak-derived elements that soften and encapsulate the tannins.
Hardys VR Shiraz is deep ruby/purple to the core in color with a bright crimson rim. The bouquet has intense, ripe raspberries and cherries with overtones of vanilla and spice. The palate has a very good fruit intensity of raspberries and black cherries with well integrated vanilla oak influence. This wine has soft round tannins and a good length.
Lindeman’s Bin 50 Shiraz features aromas of vanilla, liquorice, dark berry fruits with a hint of peppery spice, while the full-bodied palate shows blackcurrant, plum and vanilla flavors supported within a soft tannin structure that makes this wine immediately approachable.