Fairview Shiraz 2014

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There are 5 user submitted reviews for this wine.

Mary Anne van Gaal rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Shiraz is the cornerstone of the Fairview label given that it was the first variety they bottled, and how well it suits the terroir. This is a dark ruby wine with hints of black fruit, pepper, spice and light oak. Great paired with roasted rack of lamb or prime rib.

Sharon Lécuyer rated this wine as 82/100 with the following review:

Aromas of barnyard, blackberries and smoke. Light to medium-bodied wine with dark fruit and coffee. Would pair with a burger and blue cheese.

Terry Jeans rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This is a well-priced Shiraz, from South Africa. It is a full-bodied, complex wine, that is well made. There are notes of dark ripe fruit, savoury herbs, smoke, spice, chocolate and is mixed with good acidity and tannins. Overall, a perfect bbq wine.

Colin McKone rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

Dark ruby with aromas of plum, black cherry, cassis, cigar box, cedar and baking spices. It is medium-full bodied with tart black cherry, plum and spice on the palate. It will pair well with grilled red meats and firm cheeses.

Douglas McMillan rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Cedar, tobacco, Cassis, and baking spices n the aroma, and a taste of tart cherry and blackberry. There's a little grippy tannins and good acidity. A great wine for roast beef or stew, and a good value.

Natalie's Review

Fairview Shiraz 2014, Paarl, Coastal Region W.O., South Africa: Smoky and savoury with cigar box and dried tobacco leaves along with blackcurrant and cassis. Robust, smooth and complex. Very well made. Pair with roast beef. Drink: 2016-2019. 626358 14.50% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 6, 2016 Top Rated Red Wine. Best Beef Wine Full Review

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