The 2012 Ergo Sum Shiraz, a collaboration between Chapoutier and Giaconda, hails from the Beechworth sub-region of Victoria, Australia. This wine showcases the Syrah varietal with a striking balance of fruit and savory elements.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded the wine an impressive score of 96, highlighting its medium to deep garnet-purple color. Reviewer Lisa Perrotti-Brown describes the nose as having "lovely red berry, raspberry and Bing cherry" aromas, complemented by floral notes of roses and violets, alongside hints of lavender, wild thyme, and pepper. In the mouth, the wine is medium-bodied and finely structured, with "silt-like tannins and lively acid." The review notes the wine's ability to deliver a "myriad of flavor layers" that persist through a "wonderfully persistent finish."
Similarly, Jeff Beckers from JJ Buckley rates this wine at 94, noting its deep garnet color that fades at the rim. The aroma includes "ripe cherry, licorice, lavender, and a punch of black pepper." On the palate, Beckers finds a "complex and fleshy mid-weight" experience, marked by juicy plum and strawberry flavors, enhanced by "peppery spice, a light floral element, and a kiss of oak." The wine's round, integrated tannins and a "beam of acidity" contribute to its balanced profile, offering a "long, pleasing finish" that leaves an "energetic impression."
Overall, the 2012 Ergo Sum Shiraz stands out for its intricate layers of flavor and balance between decadent fruit and savory nuances. Both reviews commend its complex structure and persistent finish, making it a noteworthy choice for those seeking a sophisticated Australian Syrah.