An instant hit of crushed blackberry and blackcurrant that’s edged with rooibos tea and hints of tobacco means it’s clearly an overachiever in the aroma stakes. It ranks up with the prefects in palate-weight too with dark, elegantly structured , smoky, cedary oak, chewy cabernet tannins and a choco-spice finish. ‘Miamup road’ runs between Cowaramup and Wilyabrup, … Read More
Howard Park
Howard Park Leston Shiraz 2012 $43 (4.5 stars)
When wines like this arrive at the Lorkin office, I do my happy dance. I’d never make the cast of Limbs, or be given a place in Parris Goebel’s Royal Family, but my enthusiasm more than makes up for the lack of coordination. This shiraz absolutely bursts with clean, peppery spices. It’s also awash with … Read More