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Rockford Wines Basket Press Shiraz 2001
Wine Advocate
The stunning 2001 Shiraz Basket Press was fashioned by Robert O’Callaghan and his assistant winemaker, the renowned Chris Ringland. Initially, this dark ruby/purple-colored effort is not overwhelmingly impressive, but with aeration, the nose opens to reveal scents of loamy earth, blackberries, currants, pepper, and underbrush. The complex aromatics are matched by a savory, fleshy, structured, full-bodied palate possessing loads of earthy black fruits as well as subtle oak. It is a beautifully intense, old vine Shiraz meant for long-term cellaring. Accessible now, it promises to last for 15 or more years.
Score: 94.
—Robert Parker,
October
2004.
Wine Enthusiast
Closed on the nose, with traces of mint and black pepper showing through. In the mouth, it’s subtle, with juicy black plum flavors and a great, lasting grip on the palate. I could be crazy, but is there a Grand Marnier-esque orange liqueur note on the finish? Winemaker Chris Ringland calls this wine “a baby,” and suggests aging for at least 4–5 years.
Score: 93.
—Daryna Tobey,
February
01,
2004.
Wine Spectator
Dense, mouthfilling style has a richness and depth to it, with a flavor profile that runs from ripe plum bordering on prune to earthy, gamy notes. A gutsy wine that not everyone will love. Best from 2008 through 2015.
Score: 89.
—Harvey Steiman,
2005.
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