2009 John Duval "Plexus" Grenache-Shiraz-Mourvèdre Barossa Valley South Australia
SKU #1117708
96
points
James Halliday
The crimson-purple hue puts the often insipid colour of Barossa Valley SGMs to shame; the fragrant bouquet and vibrant black cherry and plum fruit of the palate likewise; quality French oak has been used to maximum advantage.
(8/ 2011)
93
points
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Deep garnet colored with a hint of purple, the 2009 Plexus Shiraz Grenache gives notes of warm mulberries, kirsch and black tea with hints of Indian spices, fenugreek, cumin seed and dusty earth. Full bodied with a great concentration of opulent fruit, it has a medium level of silky tannins and lively acid to support, finishing long and harmonious. Delicious now, it should cellar to 2019+.
(2/ 2012)
93
points
Wine Spectator
Polished, round and plush, but not over the top, offering a mouthful of ripe blueberry, blackberry, cream and spice flavors that merge seamlessly and persist through the long, refined finish. Shiraz, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Drink now through 2020.
(6/ 2011)
92
points
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar
(48% shiraz, 31% grenache and 21% mourvedre): Bright purple. A complex and expressive nose displays spice-accented red berries and candied cherry, along with anise, vanilla and cola. The spiciness carries onto the palate, adding bite and lift to the red fruit compote and floral flavors. Becomes sweeter on the clinging, impressively persistent finish, which leaves notes of smoke and licorice behind. Already drinking very well.
(7/ 2011)
91
points
James Suckling
High-toned red fruit and bon bon, with concentration and balancing freshness. Long and tactile. An agile wine that will be good at the dinner table.
(8/ 2012)
