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  Thorn-Clarke James Goddard Shiraz 2006 (Barossa Valley, Australia) - Wine Spectator [92] & Top 100 Wines of 2009 [Rank #59]
 
 


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Winery: Thorn-Clarke
Varietal: Shiraz
Region: Barossa Valley, Australia
Vintage: 2006
Bottle Size: 750 ml

Product Code: THORNCLARKEJAMESGODDARDSHI06-W
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Press / Wine Critic's Reviews
 
Rank #59 - Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2009

Notes From The Winemaker:

"With a Barossa heritage of six generations, and years of carefully planned vineyard development, it's little wonder that Thorn-Clarke produces fine and true examples of the wines that have made this region world famous.

Our ancestor James Goddard knew where to dig when he discovered gold in 1870 in the Barossa. Ever since our family has been intrigued by geology. A fine legacy reflected in the family's expertise in knowing in which soils to plant vines that produce wines of outstanding varietalcharacter.

This wine is another fine example of Barossa Shiraz. The bougquet has lifted fruit aromas, white the palate displays typical varietal Shiraz characters of chocolate and plum fruit. Expert use of mainly American oak has resulted in subtle vanillin flavors." -David Clarke, Vigneron

Ratings / Reviews:

Wine Spectator Magazine - 92 Points:
"Ripe and rich, this is dense with flavor but transparent in texture. A Shiraz of power and elegance as it plays out its cherry, black tea and spice flavors. Approachable now, but this has miles to go as it develops. Drink now through 2020."

Steven Foletta's Review:
"Inky dark purple color.  Perfumy nose of ripe dark berry fruit with a hint of sweet vanilla and spice.  Gushing ripe and juicy dark berry fruit on the mid palate with layers of concentration and round but firm ripe tannins though the finish.  The fruit, oak, and tannins are nicely balanced.  This is a classic ripe plush Barossa Shiraz."
 


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My favorite under $20 wine November 9, 2009
Reviewer: Jeffrey Williams from Mountain View, CA United States  
You'll only find this under $20 at this store... a fantastic deal on a wonderful wine.

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