Kangarilla Road 2018 Shiraz (McLaren Vale) Rating and Review | Wine Enthusiast
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Kangarilla Road 2018 Shiraz (McLaren Vale)

Rating
91
Price
$25
Wine Type
Red
Alcohol
14.5%
Bottle Size
750 ml
Issue Date
10/1/2021
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Yields were down but quality was up in the 2018 vintage, and this wine demonstrates this beautifully. It's expressive and perfumed with notes of Satsuma plum and raspberry preserves underpinned by more floral, spice and licorice characters. The tannins play nicely beside the acidity. Fruit is fresh yet supple, supported by secondary flavors that add complexity. There's an energy to this wine that can be hard to find in other Shiraz from the Vale. It would make an intriguing food pairing. Drink now–2030. Christina Pickard

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All tastings reported in the Buying Guide are performed blind. Typically, products are tasted in peer-group flights of from 5-8 samples. Reviewers may know general information about a flight to provide context—vintage, variety or appellation—but never the producer or retail price of any given selection. When possible, products considered flawed or uncustomary are retasted.

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About The Scores

*Products deemed unacceptable (receving a rating below 80 points) are not reviewed.

98-100

Classic
The Pinnacle of quality

94-97

Superb
A great achievement

90-93

Excellent
Highly recommended

87-89

Very Good
Often good value; well recommended

83-86

Good
Suitable for everyday consumption, often good value

80-82

Acceptable
Can be employed


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