There is a beguiling sense of tension to the lightly mineral-inflected middle weight flavors that really build in intensity to the powerful and impressively persistent and naturally sweet finish where a hint of warmth surfaces

A discreet touch of wood frames spicy and ripe yet reasonably cool aromas of dark raspberry

It is long and packed with black cherry liqueur on the palate

This is not an especially massive wine by the standards of the appellation but it’s well-balanced and should age well

and Pinot Meunier from Dizy

Penfolds, Bin 90A Cabernet Shiraz other_regions There is a beguiling senseA new wine for me, the 1990 Cabernet Shiraz Bin 90A is another impressive wine, although I did not think it justified the lofty $100+ price tag. While I preferred the Bin 707, the Bin 90A is an outstanding wine with a deep, saturated ruby purple color, and a smoky, roasted herb, blackcurrant, jammy scented nose. Thick, rich, and full bodied, with elevated tannin, this spicy, boldly styled wine will drink well for 15 20 years.