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The Lane Vineyard Block 5 Shiraz 2016 Wine Review

The Lane Vineyard Block 5 Shiraz 2016

The Lane Vineyard Block 5 Shiraz 2016

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $22.95

Drink: 2018-2025

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: The Lane Vineyard

Agent: Epic Wines and Spirits Inc.

Natalie's Score: 91/100

The 2016 vintage of the Block 5 Shriaz is juicy with fleshy ripe black plum notes and toasty oak. Some black pepper on the finish. Full-bodied and supple. Pair with roast beef.

Shiraz food pairings: lamb chops, prime rib, roast pheasant.

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This The Lane Vineyard Block 5 Shiraz 2016 was reviewed on November 13, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

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L.J. Palmer WSET 3 rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Very deep ruby in colour, medium bodied, well balanced acidity and tannin, dry with a pronounced nose of red plum, blackberry, violet and a hint of strawberry. Very smooth with flavours of plum, blackberry, violet and and bit of mineral. Medium finish of dark fruits. This is very good with grilled meats and on its own; extremely enjoyable.
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Notes of delicious dark berries, blackberries, baking spice and pepper with a zippy finish.
Tasted Nov. 2018
The Lane Vineyard's Block 5 2016 is a medium-bodied zesty and savoury Shiraz from wine grapes sourced from the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. Lovely balance of ripe red and black berry fruits, dried herbs and cracked pepper flavours on the palate. Acidity is zesty and balanced to fruit. Made for food. Enjoy with a pork tenderloin Wellington. - Community Wine Reviews

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