Rolf Binder, Heysen Shiraz Size:12x750ml a sappy fruitiness to the

a sappy fruitiness to the acidity and the tannins are very fine

He also mentioned a stylistic change

"The really old vines are planted east-west

The elegant and pure nose offers up notes of stylish white fleshed fruit

Rolf Binder, Heysen Shiraz Size:12x750ml a sappy fruitiness to theA more perplexing offering, the 1998 Shiraz Heysen displays plenty of kirsch and blackberry fruit as well as hints of Chinese black tea, meat, and roasted herbs presented in a rich, full bodied, impressively endowed style. It should evolve for a decade or more. This is the home estate of Rolf Binder, one of the most talented winemakers in South Australia. As the tasting notes indicate, these wines are holding up beautifully.