d`Arenberg, McLaren Vale, The Laughing Magpie, Shiraz - Viognier 2007 Half and good vibrancy in a

and good vibrancy in a medium to full-bodied

96 James Halliday

Was consensus white wotn

Tasted next to Petrus twice in 2002

then shows layers of rich tannins on the finish that leave no doubt this needs time in the cellar to show its best

d`Arenberg, McLaren Vale, The Laughing Magpie, Shiraz - Viognier 2007 Half and good vibrancy in aA blend of 90% Shiraz and 10% Viognier. The intense aroma is young and forthright, offering a floral mix of peach stone, jasmine anddark maraschino cherries complexed by star anise, white pepper, black olives and fragrantgarden herbs. The palate is full flavored, with beets, blueberries and red cherries and lovelycedary notes that compliment the black tea tannins and edgy mineral acidity. 92 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Shiraz Viognier blends have