Went to a tasting held by Jane Ferrari (winemaker) a couple of months ago.
I seem to recall her saying that the wine has 5% Viognier content - perhaps
this is the difference you like.

ds
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> I recently tried the Yalumba Y Shiraz and think it has some promise. I
> liked the Tannins a lot but there was a touch too much cherry cough drop.
> Any thoughts on it? Is it up there with Paringa and other value Aussie
> reds?
>
> RJ