Dutschke 2001 WillowBend
89 pts

The 2001 WillowBend (an intriguing blend of 45% Merlot, 32% Shiraz and 23% Cabernet Sauvignon) does not have quite enough complexity to merit an outstanding rating. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it for its terrific fruit presence, nicely integrated toasty oak, dense, plum, fig, licorice, and currant notes, medium to full body and easy going, consumer-friendly style. Enjoy it over the next 5 – 6 years.

Price: Php 1,350/ per bottle

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Dutschke 2001 St. Jakobi
90 pts

More serious is the 2001 Shiraz St. Jakobi. Fashioned from 28 – year old vines, it is loaded with fruit as well as alcohol (15%). However the alcohol is well hidden by the wealth of glycerin and concentration. It is a full bodied, deep, chewy, fragrant Shiraz with excellent purity, a layered mouthfeel, and a long, concentrated finish. Drink it over the next 8 – 10 years.

Price: Php 1,700/ per bottle

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Dutschke 2001 Oscar Semmler
92 pts

The most serious of the commercially available cuvees is the 2001 Shiraz Oscar Semmler (550). Its inky purple color is followed by big, full-bodied aromas of creosote, blackberries and white flowers, and sweet, concentrated, dense, powerful, pure flavours. Interestingly, this offering is aged for 24 months in both new and one-year old French hogsheads, which are much bigger than standard barrels.

Price: Php 3,000/ per bottle

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