Clancy's Red was recommended to me by a customer. This is from Peter Lehmann of the Barossa Winery in Southern Australia. Clancy's Red, 2008 is a blend of 50% Shiraz, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon and 16% Merlot. I found the aroma to be rich and inviting - dark fruit, tobacco, coffee, chocolate and a bit earthy. The flavors were dark fruit and tobacco, with hints of chocolate and earthiness; jammy. Low tannins. Nicely balanced. Winemaker's Notes: A dark centre with a garnet rim. The nose shows lots of Barossa chocolate, dark plum and hints of violet. It is a wine with good fruit complexity which draws upon the attributes of each variety in the blend: Shiraz gives richness and fruit, Merlot adds a textural softness and the Cabernet Sauvignon with its firm tannins reins in the fruit to give a wine of flavour, balance and structure. Enjoy with friends over a bowl of pasta, platters of pizza, and sizzling roast chicken. It will always be a welcome guest at a BBQ!
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