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Twelve Staves 2004 Shiraz-Grenache (McLaren Vale)

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A 60-40 blend, this wine starts off with scents of vanilla, coffee and cinnamon, but backs that up with plenty of blackberry and plum fruit. It's big and full-bodied, but firm, defined by structure rather than lushness. Drink now-2012. — J.C. (2/1/2007)

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Twelve Staves 2000 Grenache (McLaren Vale)

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Aptly named, for the oak influence here is strong—a dusty woodiness that’s almost cedary. Fortunately, it’s well integrated with the full-bodied cherry fruit. Finishes dry, but soft and ripe. —J.C. — J.C. (9/1/2002)

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Twelve Staves 1999 Grenache (McLaren Vale)

Price $20

Sweaty leather and cinnamon notes dress up sour cherry aromas and flavors. Shows nice complexity, folding in sweet spice and plum notes, but finishes with a tart, hard edge. — J.C. (9/1/2001)

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