Tasting Notes - Mount Langi Ghiran "Cliff Edge" Shiraz 2005

This has always been an ultra reliable wine in the sub $25 market and perhaps a leading candidate for the best 'cheapie' Grampians red. Having said this I'm not sure why the 2005 is the current release. Brooding nose of dark dry berry fruits; subtle yet has presence and very good power. Nice hints of violets, and really quite impressive. Palate and fruit profile is serious; dry red fruits with a dose of spicy oak. Quite bitter to finish, a little out of kilter, but it does drive depth. Detracts from what is otherwise a smart wine.