From the Acacia Vineyard in the Frankland River region. A medium red in colour. Initially cracked white pepper and red eating liquorice, soft and squishy, later morphing into blackcurrants, blueberries, dried pepper and a hint of cedar. Very interesting stuff. The palate showed peppered cherries, red currants and a touch of blackcurrants, nutmeg and some bark. Settled down after a couple of hours; medium bodied in a savoury and dried spice style. Needs a couple of years and/or some quiet time in a decanter to allow the midpalate to fill out, but even then, this isn’t a blockbuster (if that’s what you’re looking for).
Other vintages: 2005
Rated : 90 Points
Tasted : Oct09
Alcohol : 13.5%
Price : $35
Closure : Screwcap
Drink : 2011-2016
Source : The Wine Emporium
Website : Larry Cherubino
The 2007 “Yard Shiraz ” is again at least as good as the 2005.
I thought it is not far off (if at all) from the flagship “Cherubino” Shiraz.
Excellent news! I have heard that 2007 is very good in the Frankland River. I have the 2007 Cherubino Cabernet to try, and some Olmo’s Reward too.