Point Ormond Lookout is located in Elwood, a suburb of Melbourne, Australia. Point Ormond wines are bottled in Fitzroy, an inner suburb of Melbourne. It is apparently a garagiste wine, produced by someone who is clearly knowledgeable about viticulture and winemaking. At least some of the grapes (although apparently not enough to qualify for the sub-appellation) come from Heathcote, an area well known for producing excellent (and usually expensive) Shiraz wines. This excellent Point Ormond Shiraz sells for $14.99 at Plum Market on the eastern side of Michigan and for $15.99 at Wine.com. It is a smashing bargain.
Deep and dark. Classic Syrah scents and flavors: blackberries, boysenberries, lavender, anise seed and black pepper. Much more acidic than your typical Aussie Shiraz and moderate in alcohol (13.5%). Not at all sweet. Matured in concrete vats and stainless steel (no oak). In its fourth year, Point Ormpond Shiraz is already drinking beautifully, but I am sure it will age beautifully over the next five years or so.
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