Tatachilla 1999 Grenache-Mourvedre Red (South Australia)

Country: Australia / Grenache-Mourvedre
Variety: Rhône-style Red Blend South Australia
Winery: Tatachilla / South Australia

At two-thirds Grenache and one-third Mourvèdre, this wine comes across full and rich, and a trifle alcoholic. The overall sensation is of a cherry-vanilla sundae smothered in toffee and chocolate—too much of a good thing for some tasters, heaven in a glass to others. —J.C.