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Astralis 2008
Clarendon Hills
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Picked before the heat and weighing in at a reasonable 14.5% alcohol, the 2008 Astralis Syrah (tasted from magnum) is singing. Showing no bricking at the rim, scents of cracked pepper, mint, bay leaf, thyme, lavender and blueberries pour out of the glass, adding meaty notes and hints of espresso and black olive with air. Full-bodied, creamy-textured and supple on the long finish, this wine shouldn't be missed. If you've got one, open it and see for yourself. Score: 99 Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2018-2030 25 September 2018 |
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Dense and chewy, bursting with juicy blueberry and dark plum fruit, this weaves black olive and spice notes into the long and grippy finish. Shows consistency throughout. Best from 2015 through 2020. Score: 94 Winespectator.com, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2015-2020 31 August 2013 |
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