Kay Brothers Block 6 Shiraz 2017 750ml

A summary of the criteria used to determine James Halliday's wine ratings below. While ratings may influence your decision, the ultimate judgment is your palate.

97 - 99

Exceptional. Wines that have won major trophy/trophies in important wine shows, or are of that standard.

95 - 96

Outstanding. Wines of gold medal standard, usually with a great pedigree.

94

Wines on the cusp of gold medal status, virtually indistinguishable from those wines receiving 95 points.

90 - 93

Highly Recommended. Wines of silver medal standard, wines of great quality, style and character, and worthy of a place in any cellar.

89

Recommended. Wines on the cusp of silver medal standard, the difference purely a judgement call.

86 - 88

Wines of bronze medal standard, well produced, flavoursome wines, usually not requiring cellaring.

84 - 85

Acceptable. Wines of good commercial quality, free from significant fault.

80 - 83

Over to You. Everyday wines, without much character, and/or somewhat faulty.

75 - 79

Not Recommended. Wines with one or more significant winemaking faults.