2020 Kay Brothers Block 6 Shiraz, McLaren Vale

95 Points – James Suckling: This release represents a significant change at this address from a culture of rich wines from old vines and traditional winemaking, at least in an Australian sense, to one of earlier harvesting and a grasp for freshness. Sure, the ancient vines remain. Yet despite the palpable intensity and drive, there is a twiggy dryness, a paucity of amplitude and a generosity that is synergistic with an early harvest window. Olive and dark fruits, sure. Time may bestow further beauty. I score with the benefit of the doubt in mind. Drink or hold.