There’s nothing subtle about this one. The nose offers up violets, licorice, and burnt rubber. The palate is off-dry, with oak, vanilla, and caramel.
Style: Red
Varietal: Syrah / Shiraz
Vintage: 2008
Geography: Australia (Barossa)
Retailer: Trader Joe's
Price: $7.99
Rating: One star
Reviewed: January 24, 2011
There’s nothing subtle about this one. The nose offers up violets, licorice, and burnt rubber. The palate is off-dry, with oak, vanilla, and caramel.