Teusner Riebke Shiraz 2010

Last year I wasn't a fan of the 09 Riebke (81pts) so it was good to see things turn around.  The Riebke and the Two Gentleman are made in a drink now, instant pleasure sort of way. On a marketing front it is good to see the price jump back to around the right mark as over the last two years it has been significantly discounted in the big stores.   It is brilliant to see medium size wineries standing up against the big boys.  All we need now is more like Kym.

Teusner Riebke Shiraz 2010

My notes read a little chalky tannin adds interest.  Sounds like my previous note! However, the flavour profile is so much different.  There is Christmas cake, red fruits, with a boiled blackberry making its way in on a medium to good length palate.  The acidity brings everything back together.  The only draw back was a mild alcohol warmth and the oak still mildly dominating on day three, but for the money I'm not concerned at all.  Good quality Barossa Shiraz which is good value. What else could I ask for?

Alcohol: 14.5%
Price: $17
Rated: 85
Drink: now - 2016