Ranked #5 of 15 1993 Shiraz from South Australia
89/100
3.5 Stars
Huon Hooke
A hint of jam. Smoked meats, charcuterie, deep and dense, concentrated and compact, powerful and long. Quite a turn up for the books. Unexpected, in other words. Big tannins.
Tasted: 02/08/2012
Drink: 2013 to 2025
Another knock-out value from Penfolds is the 1993 Calimna Shiraz Bin 28. The dark ruby/purple color is followed by copious aromas of toasty American oak intermingled with jammy black fruits (particularly raspberries). Subtle green pepper notes are detectable in this flavorful, well-crafted, rich, medium-bodied, stylish Shiraz. Drink it over the next 5-6 years. Importer: PWG Vintners, USA, Inc., Monterey, CA; tel. (408) 655-4848Source: Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) April, 1997 by Robert Parker