Marquis Philips

"This dark purple Blend is composed of Old Vine Syrah and Monastrell. Notes of smoke, earth, spice box, and assorted black fruits lead to a full-bodied, complex, rich wine with loads of ripe fruit with a long smooth finish."~Winery notes

"Pale straw in color with green hues. Aromas of cut grass, fresh lemons and grapefruit. The palate explodes with traditional Riesling flavors of lemon juice, pineapple and some sweetness providing a long and lingering finish." ~Winery notes

 "In 2005 Marquis Philips made a reserve level wine that was neither Shiraz 9 nor Shiraz Integrity, but as good as both, if not better than both. The Grail of Lisa. A mind-blowing wine that takes MP to a new level and probably one of the top three wines they've ever made. It shows vibrant ripe

 Robert Parker 87 "A blend of Shiraz and Cabernet that is quintessential Chris Ringland winemaking. Big and rich, but more complex than wines two and three times the cost. Fragrant aroma of plums, red currant and rhubarb. Textural, fleshy palate with nuances of cedar, coffee bean and dusty oak

 Robert Parker 93 The flagship offering, the 2003 Shiraz Integrity, is a slightly down-sized version of the massive 2002 and 2001. Nevertheless, it is an amazing, modern-styled wine. It boasts a dense purple color, a big, sweet nose of chocolate, espresso roast, blackberries, creme de cassis, Asian

 Wine Spectator 90 "Soft, supple, ripe and generous with its currant, cherry and wild berry aromas and flavors, lingering nicely on the spicy finish. Immensely appealing stuff. Drink now through 2010. 6,000 cases imported. (HS)"  Robert Parker 87 "The 2003 Cabernet Sauvignon is a much smaller

 Robert Parker 87 "The sexy, plump, seductive, medium-bodied 2003 Merlot offers aromas and flavors of mocha, bay leaves, and berry fruit in a soft, supple-textured style. Drink it over the next 1-3 years.    The highly respected South Australian viticulturists/winemakers, Sarah and Sparky

 Robert Parker 90 "The classic 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon offers tell-tale aromas and flavors of black currants, high class cigar smoke, and herbs. Medium to full-bodied with dense, layered fruit flavors, an attractive suppleness, and an easy-going style with admirable depth, it should drink well for

 Robert Parker 87 "Merlot is a tough varietal to harness in Australia, and much of it is vegetal and unattractive. However, Marquis Philips’ 2004 Merlot is a tasty, dark ruby-hued example with sweet white chocolate characteristics intermixed with notions of road tar, black cherries, and currants.

 Robert Parker 94 "Marquis Philips' luxury cuvees include the 2005 Cabernet S2, a 2,000-case wine boasting an inky/blue/purple color in addition to a sumptuous, toasty bouquet of grilled meats, blackberries, creme de cassis, licorice, and subtle herbs. With superb purity, richness, body, intensity,

 Robert Parker 90 "The more expensive offerings include the 2004 S2 Cabernet Sauvignon. The first bottle tasted was closed, but a second bottle was more open and interesting. There is more to it than the less expensive cuvees, but also more tannin and wood, which can make for a less charming and

 Robert Parker 93 "The 2003 Shiraz 9 is a flamboyant, opaque purple-colored, full-bodied effort revealing notes of espresso roast, chocolate, smoked meats, and toasty American oak. Fleshy, full-throttle, pure, and intensely concentrated, it is a classic South Australian Shiraz to enjoy during its

 Robert Parker 91 "The purple/black 2008 Sarah?s Blend is composed of 63% Shiraz, 26% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the balance Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Notes of smoke, espresso, damp earth, spice box, and assorted black fruits lead to a full-bodied, already complex, rich wine with loads of ripe fruit.

Robert Parker 91"The 2008 Shiraz offers up aromas of cigar box, damp earth, smoked meat, bacon, and blueberry. Packed with flavor on the palate, it is full-bodied, round, and altogether pleasure-bent. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. " ~Jay Miller