Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2014 The Vicar Shiraz has classic blackberry, black currant and anise notes with hints of lavender, garrique, mocha and earth. The medium to full-bodied palate has taut, restrained fruit at this youthful stage, solidly supported by firm, ripe tannins and a lively backbone, finishing with lingering earthy notes. Still very tightly-wound, give this another year or two and drink over the next decade.