Willow Bridge Dragon Fly Shiraz 2022

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Ray Jordan

A bright and lively Geographe shiraz dominated by the medium bodied perfumed succulent fruit. There is a pristine purity about it. On the nose it’s all raspberry and cherry plum with a liberal sprinkle of spices and a twist of cracked pepper. But the palate then springs to life with its high tone fruit.

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James Suckling

This ripe and fruity red has notes of blueberries, plums, honey and violets on the nose. It’s medium- to full-bodied, soft and tasty.

Erin Larkin - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2022 Dragonfly Shiraz leads with dark berries and exotic spices, milk chocolate-coated licorice and blueberries. The wine is simple on the palate, but it hits every high point of juicy fruit and the absence of impactful oak, with gentle, supple tannins. The acidity is pronounced, which may sit adjunct to the plush fruit, yet it feels as if it would lend itself well to a slight chill. Shiraz for summer ... if that's a thing. At well under $20 AUD/$13 USD, this is an excellent "value for money" wine from the Geographe wine region. 14.2% alcohol, sealed under screw cap.

Mike Bennie - Halliday Wine Companion

It does the trick without being very fancy, a nice place to be. Redcurrants, raspberry, a good dash of smoky spice, some graphite and pencil-shaving characters, a touch of pepper and eucalyptus going on here – flavours and scents in tune with this. A touch of raspiness to texture, a tart, bitter finish and, between that, some nice plushness that takes away from those distractions. It's OK; it drinks pretty easy.