De Lisio Quarterback Proprietary Red 2007

$23.99 -- Rated 90 points by Wine Advocate!

Purchase De Lisio Quarterback Proprietary Red 2007

"Last year I was shown four De Lisio wines, this year only the entry level 2007 Quarterback, a sign of the times in a microcosm. The wine is a blend of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 26% Shiraz, and 17% Grenache aged for 15 months in seasoned French oak. Dark ruby in color, it delivers an enticing bouquet of floral notes, spice box, black cherry, and blueberry. Full-lengthy blend has enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years but there is no reason to delay your gratification. It is also an excellent value." -Jay Miller for Wine Advocate

Purchase De Lisio Quarterback Proprietary Red 2007

Vintage: 2007

Region: McLaren Vale, Australia

Rating: 90 pts

Lifespan: Drink through 2012

Grape: Cab-Merlot-Shiraz Blend

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