Clarendon Hills Astralis Syrah 2006
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2006 Astralis has stunning nose redolent of warm blackberries, meat, toast and charcoal, infused with notes of smoked duck, anise and a slight bit of peat. Though still very youthful, this big, rich, and powerful full-bodied wine has firm yet velvety tannins, a vibrant acid line and is very long on the finish. Drink it now to 2026+.
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Wine Spectator
A big wine, but amazingly supple, graceful and pure, offering cascades of wild blueberry, black cherry and plum fruit that play against spices such as cardamom, clove and black pepper. It's all seamlessly integrated with fine tannins and enough creamy oak to complete the picture. Syrah. Drink now through 2020.
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James Suckling
A cooler year with good composure. The aromas of coffee cream and sweet, fragrant spices are evident immediately, with blueberry and sweet earthiness that is reminiscent of fresh black truffle. The palate has a very plush, rich blackberry and dark-plum fruit core. Super ripe, glossy and layered. Some savory cocoa powder here, too. So drinkable and plush with open-knit tannins. Drink over the next eight years.
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