A couple of not so young Aussies

The first was the Lehmann's 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon Barossa (WS 90). It took a while to open up, initially smelling like pine, pinesol, mint, mineral with some black and purple berry. But after 45-60 minutes, it was a lovely with blueberry and currant in a medium light frame with some eucalyptus and mossy tree trunk. At its peak now. Very similar to the WS review. My score: 91-92.

Several nights later, I had the Pirramimma 2003 Shiraz Mclaren Vale (WS 92, $23 list). I don't remember drinking this so it was not particularly uh, what's the word... memorable.

Just this past weekend I had the Yellow Tail 2005 Shiraz Reserve (WS 90, $12 list). Yes, Yellow Tail. And double yes, 90 points. It took a while to open up with moderately complex blueberry, currant and just a hint of mineral. Very nice. My score: 90-91.