95 points,

James Halliday, August 2010

All components of this wine are in plain view; the spicy warm shiraz first; the slightly savoury Merlot second and the structured and almost strict Cabernet third; in time these components will amalgamate to form an impressive blend, supported by rich, toasty oak. -James Halliday

92 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, December 2010

Only made in select years (2007 and 2003 thus far), Ode to Lorraine is a wine made in homage to Al and Cameron's mum, who remains the "uberboss" of the operation. A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Shiraz and 8% Merlot, the 2008 Ode to Lorraine spent 18 months in new and seasoned French and American hogsheads. Deep garnet-purple colored, it gives intense blueberry, black currant and spice box aromas with hints of prunes, licorice and some earth. Rich and full-bodied with medium to firm grainy tannins and plenty of enlivening acid, it finishes long with layers of mulberry and spice flavors. Approachable now, it should soften more in a year or so and drink best from 2012 to 2020+. -Lisa Perrotti-Brown

92 points,

Stephen Tanzer's IWC, July 2010

(55% cabernet sauvignon, 37% shiraz and 8% merlot) Opaque ruby. Primary, pungent aromas of dark berry skin, cherry-cola and violet, with subtle smoke and Indian spice notes adding complexity. Broad, rich, seductively sweet blackberry and cassis flavors pack an impressive punch, with juicy acidity providing shape. Smoothly balances ripeness against vibrancy, finishing with outstanding clarity and spicy persistence.

92 points,

Wine Front, June 2010

On opening some meaty toasty notes with a little greenness noted that slid off once it took some air - not to be seen (or noticed) again. Chocolate, boysenberry and aniseed flavours mixed with some Barossa coal and savoury toast and coffee oak. It's a lighter style and quite fresh, considering the region and the vintage. Has an easy going sort of charm - doesn't try too hard. Drinks well. --Gary Walsh

About Winery

Elderton Wines is a small, family-owned winery, situated in the heart of Australia's Barossa Valley that has shot to world acclaim producing some of Australia's most highly regarded shiraz and cabernet sauvignon.

The second generation of the Ashmead family, brothers: Cameron and Allister now run the winery day to day and are passionate about producing wines that are balanced, varietally correct and classic in nature.

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