John Duval, Barossa Valley, Plexus GSM 2010 APPAREL Thyme and paprika spice add

Thyme and paprika spice add complexity

The vineyard covers 13 hectares

and has 2013's relatively serious structure and tannic clout

The slightly lower octane here translates to laser-like focus and lovely vibrancy on the backend

as well as hints of lavender and rosemary flowers

John Duval, Barossa Valley, Plexus GSM 2010 APPAREL Thyme and paprika spice add93 CellarTracker There's cinnamon on the nose. Chestnut coffee too and is that blueberry?First sips at pop n pour had some heat that eventually burned off. No displeasing tannins, eight years in and those have shipped off nicely. The cohesive balance really shined through. A velvety, jammy, luscious beverage after an hour open. A real treat. Great balance, as it rolls in a bit smoky, some dust, then its gone, fruity then smooths out to an earthiness,