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We are thrilled to share James Suckling (and his team’s) scores and notes on Dan's Standish 2020 collection  “It was terrific to visit and taste with Dan Standish yesterday to understand his ever-great viticultural and enological talents. He's on a mission to make some of the most exciting reds in Australia. He and his wife Nicole make superb small production shiraz all by themselves” said James… Their Standish visit forms part of a much bigger review of Aussie wines – A snip over 800 wines have been reviewed which centred on ‘The Beauty and Balance of Australian Shiraz, Plus the Great White Harvest.” We are unable to share the full report (paid subscribers only) however, I am sure the opening paragraph will be acceptable “We must admit that we are slightly awestruck with the beauty and balance of the best shiraz, or syrah, of Australia as we continue our journey across the continent and rate close to 2,000 wines. We wish that all of you could taste and drink the incredible shiraz wines from the likes of The Standish Wine Company, Tyrrell’s, Sami-Odi, Torbreck, Clarendon Hills, Jasper Hill and Rockford, among others.” No wine received 100-points however, two of Dan’s wines topped the long list, as they should… As anticipated, interest from the wine trade is high, particularly for the two 99-pointers. We will release all remaining (under bond) stocks once you have taken whatever you would like.   10% discount on the 2020 Standish CollectionWe thought you would appreciate a little concession on the price too Please enter promo code STANDISH2020 when you checkout. This code only applies to the 2020 wines (both duty paid and under bond). The code expires Friday 21st October.  99 Points The Relic“A pretty sensational wine with blackberry, grilled meat, dark chocolate, and licorice. Full-bodied and layered with righteous deep and poised tannins that coat the mouth. It goes on for minutes. Crushed stone, slate. Asian spice. Original vines planted in 1912. Drinkable, but better after three or four years. Try after 2025.”  99 Points Schubert Theorem“Unbelievable! Another insane wine. The length of this is endless. The blue fruits and Asian spices are mind-blowing. It’s medium- to full-bodied with a mouth full of polished and refined, creamy tannins. It goes on for minutes. Endless. Seamless and gorgeous. Leave this for years ahead if you can keep your hands off it. Better after 2025.”  98 Points Lamella“The Eden Valley fruit gives a unique cool fruit character of blue fruits, iron and white pepper. Granite. Medium to full body, with tight and integrated skin tannins and a gunpowder undertone. Fantastic length. A little closed now. Drink after 2025.”  98 Points The Standish“Amazing aromas of metal shavings, cloves, spices, and black and blue fruits. Violets, too. Full-bodied with creamy tannins. Cured meat with iron earth. Almost slatey. Very sophisticated and classy. Drinkable, but this is one to age ideally for a minimum of five years. Try after 2027.” |
