Speaking of styles that will have both friends and foes, this wine from Wild Duck Creek in Heathcote weighs in at 15.6%abv. I was sceptical too. But read on if you are open minded, because the wine holds the alcohol in balance and is, I think, a very good example of a regional style. A typically robust expression of Heathcote shiraz, the 2013 vintage has aromatics of plus and prunes. The palate has saturated long length and a textured full body. Some smart winemaking here. (Alc: 15.6%, Region: Heathcote, Rating: Good to Very Good, Would I buy it based on this tasting? Yes, but drink in moderation, Drink: now to 2027, Tasted: June, 2017)
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Other vintages reviewed:
| Vintage | Rating | Review |
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2003
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Good
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