1999 Cimicky Signature Shiraz

[wondersofwine]

Barossa Valley, Australia
Had already purchased this wine when I saw it listed among Stevebody's favorite red and white Australian wines.
14% alcohol I paid $29.99 in DC shop.
dark red/purple, opaque; leaves purple "mustache" around the mouth
nice, fragrant bouquet that is hard to pin down--dark fruits probably and almost flowery in that it seems perfumed (but not feminine) if that makes any sense.
Initial taste didn't live up to the bouquet, but it needs to sit out for at least an hour.
Grippy, with tannins, spices on the tongue tip and under the tongue, spiciness noticeable on the finish. After an hour of breathing time the tannins and spiciness a little more subdued. Stands up to strip steak. I would judge that it is quite extracted. Some sediment as I neared the bottom of the bottle. I'm not sure I would buy it again at $30 a bottle, but I would not turn it down if someone else is buying!

[This message has been edited by wondersofwine (edited 02-03-2003).]