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Dutschke WillowBend Shiraz Cabernet Merlot

An enticing and impressive 2011 Barossa red, this is a vintage of soft, supple tannins, making for an earlier drinking WillowBend. Layers of spice, black plums and rhubarb and a lifted rose hip perfume define a spicy and vibrant style of lively red fruits, finely textured tannins and lingering fruit persistence. $20 direct.