Tait The Ball Buster, Barossa Valley, Australia 2017 Tacama In the center of the

In the center of the palate it is tasty with round tannins and a juicy finish

saline and energetic

it is spicy

Coming from Red Mountain and 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Cabernet Franc brought up in 80% new French oak

with a mix of steeped plum and warmed cassis fruit flavors

Tait The Ball Buster, Barossa Valley, Australia 2017 Tacama In the center of thePerhaps unsurprisingly from the name, this isn't a timid wine. Comprised mostly of Shiraz with some Cab and a bit of Merlot, it's a high octane bottling that scrapes 16% alcohol. The nose offers ultraripe cherry and currant fruits backed by vanillin oak, baking spice and savory herbs. Heat from the alcohol can be felt on the palate. Tannins are granular in texture. While the fruit seems fresher than the nose implies, acidity feels somewhat shrill and