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Sunday, 1 February 2015

Pertaringa Undercover Shiraz 2013

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Black fruit leads the way here, clearly on show, displaying its wares. It's pretty intense, the result of lower yields and concentrated berries, there's support from a little seasoned oak with a little sweet dried grass.

 It's spicy on entry, immediately noticeable - clove, spice and licorice root. Good weight, texture, balance in the mouth.

 It may not be the most complex wine, but the intensity of fruit throughout has seen it step up a notch. Married with good length - Sir, I think your cover has been blown. 91

 Tasted on: Wednesday 7th January, a Leaf day
Source: Sample
Price: $22
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.pertaringa.com.au/

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2 comments:

  1. Alex2 February 2015 at 07:47

    I may be biased because the people involved in making this wine are all lovely, but I think this is such a reliable wine that definitely punches above its weight. Also you can often find it cheaper than $22 which makes it an even more compelling proposition.

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    1. Stu.2 February 2015 at 12:49

      Hi Alex, thank you for your comment. I agree that it's an excellent quality, reliable wine - agree on the lovely folks making it too.

      I've had the good fortune to be able to review three consecutive vintages of the wine: http://www.thevinsomniac.com/search?q=pertaringa+undercover

      I think this is its best guise yet. Whilst the points 'awarded' my be in a similar region across those vintages, points are just one part of a review - hopefully the wider note, descriptors etc reflect that. But as ever, trust your own judgement.

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