Graham Beck Shiraz 2004

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--- Iron Chef's Review ---

Nose: Gravelly Cassis, Horse Sweat, some sweetish plums. Barn like wood would be how I describe the wood- like most South African wines (Dank).
Taste: Peppery Spice, some musty book tastes and Cherry Twizzler mixed in. Tannins were present that left some grippy sensations. And that 'sweat'.
Overall: I liked it, it may have been academic in a sense that the nose had more going on than taste, but it was good. I am a sucker for a good nose. Its not cheap though, I can think of better values- in SAQ only $19.45.

Retail Price: $22.99

Score: 87
Value: 2/5
Region: Coastal South Africa
Alcohol 14.5%
UPC #699446000127