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Massena The Moonlight Run (Barossa Valley) 2002

This blend of Grenache, Shiraz, Cinsaut, and Mataro is still a youthful, deep ruby and purple. On the nose, it suggests soy sauce, stewed prunes, cloves, and earthy undergrowth. On the palate, the fruit is fresh and forward, suggesting blackberry and plums. I think this wine could continue evolving. I have one bottle left in the cellar, which I will give until 2010 to see what happens. Grade: B+