Hugh Hamilton Black Blood II Church Vineyard Shiraz 2021

A representation of alluvial soils imparts considerably more detail and energy than found in its ‘I’ sibling. Red licorice, purple pastille, blueberries and an assortment of cloves, cardamon and pepper. A powerful wine, to be sure. However, there is levity, poise and welcome drinkability. Fine length, to boot. Drink or hold [into mid-2030s]. Score – 95. (Ned Goodwin, MW, jamessuckling.com, Aug. 7, 2023)