1997 Best's Great Western Thomson Family Shiraz 750ml Portugal and followed with three major

and followed with three major frosts - resulting in an earlier and much smaller harvest than average

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1997 Best's Great Western Thomson Family Shiraz 750ml Portugal and followed with three majorThe exceptional and exquisite Bests Great Western Thomson Family Shiraz stands as a significant Victorian legacy. Originally named the Thomson Centenary Shiraz, this wine made its debut in 1993 to commemorate a century of the Thomson family's presence in Great Western. It serves as a representation of Australia's heritage, featuring ancient genetic and pre phylloxera vineyards, primarily sourced from 15 rows of Concongella clone shiraz vines planted