The 2004 Tipico, a blend of 40% Grenache, 40% Monastrell, and 20% Shiraz, was aged in neutral French oak pungeons for 15 months. The result is an outstanding cuvee dominated by its Grenache component. Classic notes of kirsch liqueur, ripe black raspberries, spice, licorice, and pepper are accompanied by a medium to full-bodied, elegant, savory, broad, delicious, supple-textured wine to drink over the next 3-4 years.Importer: Ken Onish & John Gorman, Southern Starz, Huntington Beach, CA; tel. (714) 892-3030

Very firm in texture, with chewy tannins around a core of floral berry and mint flavors. Grenache, Monastrell and Shiraz. Best after 2008. 540 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add