Zonte’s Footsteps Z Force Shiraz 2019

I have a vague recollection of a TV show from the earliest days of my existence which was either called Z Force or featured a group called Z Force. Possibly starring Jack Thompson? I probably could google this but there seems something a little unclean about googling your childhood. Turns out it, if such a program does exist, was based on a real unit from the Australian Army from World War Two which operated behind enemy lines. This is a fine and much deserved tribute to a most gallant band of soldiers. Inky maroon in colour, the nose is full of cigar box notes and tobacco leaves, chocolate, warm earth, leather, black olives and cassis. The wine is fresh, balanced, savoury and complex. The palate sees the emergence of aniseed, miso and soy. A savoury style with good complexity, there are fine, satiny tannins and excellent length. A ten year proposition.