The same is true for the flagship 2007 Shiraz Old Bastard, sourced from a 114 year old vineyard. It has superb aromatics much like The Bogan but comes off as a bit more compact and forward than the better vintages. Tasty, ripe, and long, this is an outstanding effort at an extravagant price. The 2007 vintage was a challenging one in Barossa Valley. Kaesler’s current collection is first class but not quite up to what they achieved in 2004, 2005, and 2006. Importer: Epicurean Wines, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 923-1376

Firm in texture, with density but not extra weight to the boysenberry and roasted meat flavors. Lingers nicely. A solid Shiraz, but lacks the flair of previous vintages. Best from 2012 through 2017. 250 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Barossa / Barossa Valley Select to Add