Rolf Binder, Heysen Shiraz Size:12x750ml Floral overtones add lift through

Floral overtones add lift through to the finish

He also mentioned a stylistic change

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

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

This is terrific

Rolf Binder, Heysen Shiraz Size:12x750ml Floral overtones add lift throughA 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.