A Mass Market Australian Shiraz

Wine Reviewed
Yellow Tail Shiraz no vintage 13 % alcohol about $7.

Let’s start with the marketing materials. “Tasting Note : Dark ruby purple; blackberry, red liquorice, vanilla bean and plum aromas; dry, full-bodies, softly structured with flavors of plum, ripe berry and a sweet fruit center; long spicy finish. Serving Suggestion : BBQ fare and beef dishes.” And now for my review.

At the first sips this wine was quite sweet offering plums, and balanced acidity and tannins. When paired with Wasabi-less Japanese rice crackers this libation shortened and almost sweetened. Then came homemade chicken breast nuggets in a variety of spices. The drink’s plums strengthened but it was still too sweet. The accompanying mashed potatoes rendered it rounder. The other side dish was a commercial Turkish salad composed of sweet pimento, tomato paste, dried parsley, hot peppers, vinegar, and spices. Now our Australian friend was still sweet but metallic. In the presence of fresh raspberries the liquid replied with sharp acidity and echoed the fruit.

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