Tuesday Blind Tastings
St Hallett Old Block Shiraz 1995
Barossa Valley, Australia
Price: $60
Rating: 94
Source: Cellar
Description: Medium bodied with red on the rim. Red currant, mint and plums on the nose. The palate was spicy and balanced with spicy, light fruit, front palate tannins and good acidity. A terrific wine in incredible condition.
Tasting date: 06 August 2019
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