Tasting Notes - Teusner Avatar GSM 2003 (Recommended)

Another low oak Rhone blend from the extended Torbreck / Veritas family. Reminded me a lot of the 2003 Joshua with its infusion of absolutely uncomplicated fruit definition; very pure and clean. Finished with a lick of spice and aniseed and darker fruits. As expected oak was barely noticeable. The only problem was that the wine just seemed a bit subdued, the fruit didn't come out and grab me. Perhaps the limitations of the 2003 Barossa vintage? I don't know myself - haven't really drank enough to form an informed opinion. Memory suggests the 2003 Joshua was better (albeit drunk younger) and it will be very interesting to see how the 2004's from Teusner go.