Note on the 2001 is here.
2002 Marquis Philips Shiraz Integrity - Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale (7/13/2013)
Marquis Philips Integrity vertical (Sarah & Randy's): Aromas of mint, black fruit and blueberry with hot, alcoholic overtones. Tannins are firm and have a chalky texture. Flavors of black fruit, kirsch and prunes. Definitely has a ripeness to it, and also shows quite a bit of heat on the midpalate and finish. Came around a bit after a couple of hours in the glass- did not seem as hot. I'd hold it yet and see if the alcohol integrates a bit better. Drink from 2016+. (91 pts.)
2003 Marquis Philips Shiraz Integrity - Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale (7/13/2013)
Marquis Philips Integrity vertical (Sarah & Randy's): Notes of plum, blackberry and chocolate. Hints of leather after a couple of hours in the glass. Full-bodied with firm tannins and flavors of blackberry, plum, roasted herbs and caramel. Long finish with slightly chalky tannins. Also shows a bit of alcohol, though not to the extent of the 2002. Drink 2014-2017+. (92 pts.)
2008 Marquis Philips Shiraz Integrity - Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale (7/13/2013)
Marquis Philips Integrity vertical (Sarah & Randy's): Notes of chocolate, caramel, dark fruit and macerated plum. The palate mirrors the bouquet. Firm on the palate, with quite a bit of tannin to shed. After time in the glass it takes on a nice herbal, eucalyptus note. Doesn't show the alcohol tones of the 2002 and 2003. The 2002 may ultimately eclipse this vintage though, assuming it still has some fruit when the tannins and alcohol have integrated. Back to the 2008, very young and in need of a few years. Drink from 2017+. (92-93 pts.)
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