The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins and well judged acidity

This is notably finer than the Charmes but not more complex

There is excellent richness to the full-bodied and impressively concentrated flavors that possess a supple mouth feel on the palate coating

(from Ez Crets)

the wine is medium to full-bodied and framed by ripe tannins that feel somewhere between velvet and silk on the lingering finish

d'Arenberg, Dead Arm Shiraz Vintage:2001 The palate is medium-bodied withThe first foot trodden vintage. Harvested 28 February to 28 March following a hot January, dry summer and autumn. Of its era, blackcurrant fruit gums and sweet blackberry fruit are front and centre, with a lick of boot polish, mint and sage aromas and a peppery finish. Initially rich and velvety with charred oak which is a touch dry and starting to penetrate the viscosity. Lacks the structure and nuance of more recent vintages.