Botham Merrill Willis Shiraz McLaren Vale 2006.The 2006 Shiraz has more lifted spice aromas, and has good medium bodied drinkability. Developing well in body, the elements are all in check, with no excess of oak or alcohol showing through. The 2006 Shiraz has more lifted spice aromas, and has good medium bodied drinkability. Developing well in body, the elements are all in check, with no excess of oak or alcohol showing through. A savoury style, with a touch of seaweed character that McLaren Vale Shiraz can show, and some leather and clove notes. 89 David Lemire /Master of Wine Tasted July 2010 TECHNICAL DETAILS Harvest dates: March/April 2006 24 months in French Hogsheads Alc 14.5%, pH 3.5g/l, TA 6.8 g/l, RS 1.6 g/l Winemaker Geoffrey Lewis Merril