While shiraz gets the top billing in this blend, the wine actually drinks a bit more like Bordeaux. The cabernet and merlot components ensure that. So you get the silkiness, dark fruits and purity of shiraz, but this is all buttressed by the structure and tannin provided by the cabernet. You’ll also find typical cab notes of graphite and mint along with the brightness and earthiness of merlot, making for a wine of appealing complexity and depth. Maybe it’s all things to all people jammed into a bottle, but we’re pretty sure that’s a good thing. No complaints here!