This was an interesting blend of Shiraz (40%), Petit Verdot (25%), Cabernet Sauvignon (23%), Grenache (7%) and Malbec (5%) from the Barossa Valley region of Australia. Known to those of German heritage as "Siebenschlafer" which supposedly fortells the weather conditions for the next 7 weeks as of June 27th. If it rains on this day, then the next 7 weeks will be rainy. Likewise, if it is sunny on this day then the next 7 weeks will be sunny and pleasant. Go figure... :-)
The nose was full of red cherry fruit with hints of some spice underneath. On the front palate, the cherry was dominant but as it opened up some blackberry, licorice and currant showed. The black peppercorn spice stayed in the background as a supporting role but never really stepped up and balanced the brightness of the fruit.
If you like a fruit driven red wine that also has good body, this could be a wine that you would like.
Cheers!
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