Mollydooker - Shiraz McLaren Vale Carnival of Love 2005 (750ml) St. Laurent

Mollydooker - Shiraz McLaren Vale Carnival of Love 2005 (750ml) St. LaurentThis is as life should be a Carnival of Love. A place where everyone wants to be, and no one wants to leave. Professional Reviews 98 points Wine Advocate Deep garnet brick colored, the 2005 Carnival of Love displays a more earthy, meaty, gamey character with plenty of coffee and damp loam aromas fused with smoked bacon, some iron ore, Chinese plums, a little floral note and even a bit of truffles character coming through. It is very rich and full

full-flavored wine reminiscent of ripe nectarines

30% Garnacha

It's still ruby/plum-colored

and 5% Malbec

93 Points from Australian Wine Showcase 92 Points from Tasting Panel 92 Points and Bestbuy from Beverage Tasting Institute

with suave anise and Asian spices adding complexity

Full-bodied with a fine but firm tannin structure that speaks of longevity

Give it 3-4 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30 years

This pulse of energy carried beautifully through this remarkable growing season

During that time

and they know the Fronsac appellation well

Aromas of red fruits and blackberry jam as well as some slight spice notes