Yellow Tail Shiraz - Cabernet 2004 (Australia)

Price - $5.99 Size - 750 mL - Tasted at a friend's Apartment with my wife and some of our friends on May 19, 2005.

I know you've seen the Yellow Tail display in your liquor store. So far this is my third Yellow Tail, I liked the pure Shiraz but not the Chardonnay. This is a blend of 60% Shiraz with 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. The coloring is purple with medium legs. The nose carries hints of grapes, jam, and a little alcohol, and is generally sweet. The flavors are of sweet fruit and spices, very juicy with some oak and decent dryness. My wife said it was meaty. I would call it yummy, balanced and smooth and finishes long and smooth. It would pair well with some steak and even a cigar. I did decant for 45 minutes, so if you can it would help. For more information visit Yellow Tail Wine website. Grade: B+