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The Octavius Barossa Old Vine Shiraz

Shiraz 2008

Vintage quality:
Though 2008 was a year of climatic extremes, the end result has seen a wonderful year for The Octavius.
Cellar guide:
15+ Years
Last tasted:
August 2012, Kevin Glastonbury, Winemaker
Notes:
The result is a wine that is dark crimson red in colour with aromas of concentrated plum, clove, dark coffee and chocolate. It hits the mouth with ripe plum and blackberry sweetness and finishes long and stylishly. Awards & Accolades: 1 Trophy and 5 Gold
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