95-100 / 18-20 ptsSuperlative. A South African Classic
90-94 / 17-17.5 ptsOutstanding
86-89 / 16-16.5 ptsExcellent
83-85 / 15.5 ptsVery good/promising
80-82 / 15 ptsCharacterful,
appealing
77-79 / 14.5 ptsGood everyday drinking
73-76 / 14 ptsPleasant
drinking
70-72 / 13 ptsCasual
quaffing
65-69 / 12 ptsPlain
and simple
60-64 / 11 ptsVery
ordinary
50-59 / 10 ptsSomewhat
less than ordinary
Have to agree with Andrew. The 2016 Shiraz tasted yesterday was worthy of a vastly better rating. RoyM.
The wine is excellent and interesting. Whoever tasted the wines for platter obviously has a very poor knowledge of wine. This veritas gold medal winner is just amazing shame on you platter for awarding this such a low rating.