Richard Hamilton Ghost Hills Shiraz 2022
- 93
- $38
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Sweet vanilla, clove and liquorice lead the aromas first up before a welcome cut of star anise, cinnamon, blackberry, dark plum, and graphite. It’s a savoury affair once the sweet oak abates somewhat. The palate is rich, ripe and heady though still with a sense of harmony. Blackberry pie, black liquorice, pepper, and subtle leather are framed by fine, grainy, coffee-laced tannins and graphite acidity to a nice, even finish of good length. Balance is the key attribute here, keeping a ripe and rich Shiraz nicely in check. Very good value for money here.
Tom Kline is a wine writer, reviewer, presenter, and educator based in Victoria, Australia. He is the Australian correspondent for the internationally respected publications Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy and Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux, where he highlights the top tier of Australian wine for a global audience. Tom also writes for leading outlets including Decanter (UK), Wine Spectator (US), and Halliday Magazine, among others. An experienced wine show judge and WSET educator, he has authored several consumer-focused wine courses aimed at making wine more accessible and engaging. In 2023, Tom was awarded Best Published Feature Article or Wine Column at the prestigious Wine Communicator Awards, presented by Wine Communicators of Australia.
