Creekside Shiraz 2010, Niagara Peninsula
Shiraz
Ontario, Canada
$15.95 (66654)
Serving Suggestion Lamb medallions, grilled red meats and game dishes.Critic Reviews (2)
Though I've had my doubts about Shiraz or Syrah in Ontario, I've started to come around with examples like this...
This is an impressive shiraz (syrah), and I would not likely pick it blind as an Ontario example - more south of...
Community Reviews (2)
With brooding (yes I did say “brooding”) dark fruit dominating the nose, there is also characteristic black pepper notes amid the smoky vanilla notes from the oak. The palate turns more towards fruit more tart than the nose indicates, with plums, some red current, and light cherry notes dominating. Try with any red meats, or sip in front of the fire after a tree-cutting event.
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I think this wine is great value for the price and a pleasing wine. Dark fruits, herbs and peppery notes on the nose that follow through on the palate.
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