2006 Heartland Stickleback - Southern Australia

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Originally uploaded by jeff+caroline

The "Stickleback" not only has a cool name and logo...you get 3 types of grape in one bottle. It's 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Shiraz, & 15% Grenache in this Red Blend from South Australia. Very bold on the nose and tongue. In fact, let this bad boy cool out in a decanter for an hour or two. The first sip was strong, but two days later it's perfect. Smells of tobacco and very peppery, big flavors. Rich and juicy fruit in this one from Ben Glaetzer. Coffee flavors in the finish. I'm a big fan, but it's not for the faint of heart. 7/10 rating. $9 at Costco.