2018 d'Arenberg Dead Arm Shiraz, McLaren Vale RATING TWI 97 to which aniseed from the

to which aniseed from the Al Heenah area of Mount Hermon (considered the finest aniseed in the world) is added

and cinnamon baked apples

It’s more tough to make whiskey from these heirloom corns vs

dried rose petal and a hint of cinnamon develop over time

bombastic wine

2018 d'Arenberg Dead Arm Shiraz, McLaren Vale RATING TWI 97 to which aniseed from the96 Points James Suckling: Quite expressive and exotic, with red plums, blackberries and iodine, as well as dried herbs and nori, quite fragrant spices and currants. The palate has a sleek, dense and long feel, with impressive fruit intensity, delivered in such contained and impressively composed style. This has such length and intensity with a silky texture. Old vines underpin the style here. Drink over the next decade or more.