Today I am tasting the 2007 Diamond Label Shiraz from the Rosemount Estate in Australia. I found this Syrah for under $6. This review will be conducted over multiple days to see if I can detect any changes in the flavors and aromas as this bottle breathes.
Day One
Just opened.
Color
In the glass it is a rich purple.
Aroma
The nose is showing well with blackberry and pepper aromas. It also has a asparagus component. Very nice nose.
Flavor
The attack is a combination of black currant and black cherry. On the mid-palate, there is a great cola flavor to go with the black cherry. It finishes a little hollow with more of the black cherry cola flavor. This should pair well with strong dishes containing smoked meat.
Rating
For the price, this wine definitely offers good value. It is a little simple and fruit driven. I rate it 87 points.
Day Two
After re-corking the bottle, it has now been 24 hours. It will be interesting to see if anything has changed.
Color
Still a beautiful dark purple in the glass.
Aroma
Blackberry and black currant are present. The black currant is almost like a Crème de cassis liqueur aroma. It is very aromatic and quite nice on the nose.
Flavor
Huge fruit on the attack. The blackberry continues from the nose along with plum. The mid-palate exhibits lots of black cherries and the finish is now longer with more fruit and a little cola. I get no spices or herbaceous notes. This is definitely a fruit bomb.
Rating
For my palate, I’d like to experience some more flavors. If you like the New World fruit, then this is a wine for you. It is simple but tasty. It is also a great value. I rate it 88 points.
Summary
Interestingly, when I first tried this wine it showed some Old World characteristics such as the vegetable aroma and cola flavor. But by day two it was all New World aromas and flavors. Have you tried this wine? If so, did you get New World or Old World characteristics?
