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McWilliam's of Coonawarra 1999 Stentiford's Reserve Old Vines Shiraz (Coonawarra)
- $49
Made from vines said to be the oldest producing vines in Coonwarra (planted in 1893) and aged in French oak, this is a supple wine that caresses the palate with silky blackberries and spice. Hints of vanilla and chocolate echo on the finish. Drink now–2010. [Sold as Brand’s of Coonawarra outside the U.S.]
— W.E.
(10/1/2003)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2000 Brand's Laira Vineyards Shiraz (Coonawarra)
- $28
This feminine, well made Shiraz has cool crispness, good acidity, and a chalky-smooth feel going for it. Taut cherry fruit is at its core, with an unusual mix of anise, talc and acorn aromas wafting from the nose. Excellent, though with only 250 cases produced, may be a challenge to find.
— D.T.
(12/31/2004)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2000 Stentiford's Reserve Old Vines Shiraz (Coonawarra)
- $55
Mocha, anise and eucalyptus aromas are compelling, as are juicy, mixed berry and spice flavors. This is a very enjoyable, by-the-book kind of Shiraz, built to please far and wide. Imported by E & J Gallo.
— D.T.
(4/1/2006)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra)
- $25
The classic Coonawarra flavors of mint and eucalyptus are present, but in balance with assertive black currants and chocolate. It’s got soft tannins on the long finish, suggesting that the best is yet to come. Drink now–2010. [Sold as Brand’s of Coonawarra outside the U.S.]
— W.E.
(10/1/2003)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2001 Brand's Laira Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra)
- $28
Out of the gate, it smells like hard-cheese rind, but opens to reveal cream and vanilla notes. On the palate, there’s ripe red fruit and lively acidity. Narrow in the mouth with interesting, rustic, Old World nuances of iron ore. Imported by E & J Gallo.
— D.T.
(6/1/2006)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2002 Brand's Laira Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra)
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- $28
This is typical Coonawarra Cabernet, with aromas and flavors of eucalyptus, cassis and cedar that meld together into a harmonious, balanced whole. Dusty tannins give it a firmly structured feel; drink 2010–2018.
— J.C.
(2/1/2008)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 1999 Laira Vineyard Shiraz (Coonawarra)
- $25
Smoke and toast aromas give almost a maple syrup quality to the aromas, which are rounded out by eucalyptus and blackberries. Shows a bit of a briary or herbal streak on the palate, finishing soft and sweetly wooded. Drink now–2010. [Sold as McWilliam’s of Coonawarra outside the U.S.]
— W.E.
(10/1/2003)
McWilliam's of Coonawarra 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra)
- $25
Fruit on the nose has a pretty black-peppery finish, with just a hint of herbal brightness. Mocha, chocolate and eucalyptus are accents on the palate, which fades into sweet red berries, white pepper and oak on the finish.
— D.T.
(11/15/2004)
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