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Kurtz Family 2006 Boundary Row Shiraz (Barossa)
- Editors' Choice
- $30
Full-bodied, rich and admirably concentrated, this is a top-notch example of Barossa Shiraz at a still-affordable price. Aromas of espresso, blackberry and cedar give way to blueberry and blackberry fruit on the palate. The creamy texture makes it easy to drink, and leaving behind a mouthwatering sensation on the lengthy finish. Drink now–2016.
— J.C.
(9/1/2009)
Kurtz Family 2005 Boundary Row Shiraz (Barossa Valley)
- $27
Full-throttle, obvious Barossa-style Shiraz, loaded with vanilla-scented oak, but also with blackberry fruit. The tannins are soft, imparting a wonderfully creamy texture and completely filling the mouth. Lush and oaky—this may not be for the intellectual wine drinker—but it’s definitely hedonistic. Drink now–2012.
— J.C.
(11/1/2007)
Kurtz Family 2005 Lunar Block Shiraz (Barossa)
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- $100
Full bodied and plushly textured, this is a rich, heavily oaked wine that successfully marries menthol- and coffee-scented oak with intense raspberry fruit. The tannins are soft and well ripened while the fruit remains fresh despite its long sojourn in oak. Dramatic and lush; drink now-2015.
— J.C.
(3/1/2010)
Kurtz Family 2006 Boundary Row Grenache-Shiraz-Mataro Red (Barossa Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $22
This likeable blend of 45% Grenache, 30% Shiraz and 25% Mataro (Mourvèdre) features a mix of intense red fruits—raspberries and cherries—and minty, herbal complexity. It’s soft and round, and altogether pleasing, with just a dusting of silky tannins on the long finish. Drink now and over the next few years.
— J.C.
(8/1/2009)
Kurtz Family 2005 Boundary Row Grenache-Shiraz-Mataro Grenache-Syrah-Mourvèdre (Barossa Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $20
The base of this is 60% Grenache from an 85-year-old vineyard near Kalimna, which provides lush black cherry fruit. That’s dressed up with hints of cola, tree bark, licorice and chocolate from the 25% Shiraz and 15% Mataro. Tasty now, but should continue to drink well over the next 3–4 years or more.
— J.C.
(11/1/2007)
Kurtz Family 1998 Boundary Row Shiraz (Barossa Valley)
- $25
The intensity and depth of this blockbuster from the Barossa Valley are noted right at the start. Blackberry, cassis, chocolate and a touch of pepper roar off the nose and continue in full stride through the mid-palate and on to the long finish. There’s an underpinning of even tannins, good acidity, a round supple body, and a texture like velvet. This is a wine for…
— W.E.
(6/1/2001)
Kurtz Family 2004 Lunar Block Shiraz (Barossa)
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- $100
Heavily oaked, with toasty notes dominating the aromas and plenty of chocolate, coffee and dark toast apparent on the palate as well. There is a streak of bright raspberries lurking beneath the surface, and if they emerge with more time, this rating will prove conservative but there are no guarantees. This is a full-bodied, creamy-textured wine that I would opt to…
— J.C.
(3/1/2010)
Kurtz Family 2006 Seven Sleepers Siebenschlafer Red (Barossa Valley)
- $18
An unusual blend that includes 25% Petit Verdot, the Kurtz Family’s Seven Sleepers features an intense, welcoming bouquet of black cherries, cinnamon and coffee backed by cherry fruit and earthy flavors. It’s got enough muscle to stand up to steaks and burgers, and should drink well through 2016.
— J.C.
(9/1/2009)
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