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Date Printed: 5/23/2013
Larrikin Barossa Shiraz 1999
Larrikin Barossa Shiraz 1999
 (search item no. 44857)
Wine & Spirits rating: 92 points
PRICE ON 5/23/2013: $21.99

Winemaker's Notes:

 Following on from two successful vintages, the third release of Larrikin Shiraz is again showing classic, bold Barossa fruit. A large framed wine with the balance to approach whilst young. Opulent aromas of dark chocolate and ripe brambly fruit abound from the glass.
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About Larrikin:

 Larrikin was created by Ted Schrauth and is made by Trevor Mast of Mount Langi Ghiran. The larrikin spirit was embodied by Harry "Breaker" Morant. He personalised the defiant, gallant spirit and rugged outback lifestyle that helped define early Australia. Breaker’s larrikin ways are best described by Queensland grazier Arthur Barton "He can write verse; Break in horses; Trap dingoes; Yard scrub cattle; Dance; Run; Fight; Drink.