WHAT'S THE STORY........?

The Story is very much a modern one; a metropolitan winery sourcing fruit from the Grampians region, making wines that are intended to tell a ‘story’. In the case of the 2009 Associates Grampians Shiraz, there is no doubt that the wine has captured a sense of place; the bright dark berry fruit and medium body are immediately suggestive of western Victoria Shiraz.

This is a well made wine that does what it says on the label. It is clean and well poised, with good fruit intensity and all elements in balance. However, it doesn’t quite ignite or excite in the way that truly interesting wine has the ability to do. To be fair though, that’s a lot to ask of a wine that retails for under $25.

2009 ASSOCIATES GRAMPIANS SHIRAZ
Producer: The Story Wines
Variety: Shiraz
Vintage: 2009
Region: Grampians, Victoria
ABV: 13.5%
Closure: Screw cap
Format: 750ml
Retail price: $24.00
Date tasted: 14 April 2012

Tasting Note:
Deep plum red. Bright nose of black cherry and blackberry, smoky notes. Straightforward palate of black cherry and blackberry fruit, touch of liquorice and star anise on the finish. Well balanced acidity and tannins. It is a well made example of western Victoria Shiraz that perhaps lacks a bit of complexity.
Score: 15/20