Black plum-red. Nose of blackberries, vanilla and smoke. Blended with Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Malbec, resulting in a full-bodied yet interesting fruit bomb, mouth-watering and so concentrated it is almost sweet. Makes you “wish they all could be California…” wines. Will last till 2020.
An oddball blend of Viognier, Colombard, Riesling and Gewürztraminer that makes for a pleasant little wine that’s a little off the beaten track. Loaded with lychee, clove, apricot, pear and honeysuckle. It’s the Gewürz that shines on the palate with grapefruit, spice, peach and a squirt of citrus. Something new to pair with Asian and spicy food.
Light fruity nose, inviting. Equally light on the palate with subtle nuances of white fruit and a fine balance. Very well made and ideal as a aperitif that every guest will enjoy on New Year’s Eve.
This Rhône-inspired blend of equal parts Marsanne and Viognier has been treated to some new oak. Like peaches macerated in honey, pineapple, marmalade, fig, cream, spice, vanilla. It is full-bodied with excellent length and more acidity than previous vintages due to the cooler growing conditions in 2010. Drink over the next 5 to 6 years.
Rich, layered and elegant with ripe, dark and concentrated blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, firm yet supple tannins and a beautiful, graceful mouthfeel; well-balanced from start to the lengthy, bright, uplifted finish. All the character of great Napa Cabernet without the $100 price tag. Nice with grilled lamb or a grilled rib-eye topped with a little Gorgonzola.
Bold yet elegant and balanced, combining rich flavours of black cherry, currant and blackberry with a touch of forest floor, full and polished tannins. Nicely firm on the long finish, showing a fresh mineral quality. Should easily age well for a decade or more (up to 15 years, according to owner Tom Meadowcroft). A bargain for the cellar.
Pale yellow. Oak-dominated nose but only because the citrus and mineral components are shy in comparison. Nice acidity, velvety mouthfeel, intense Chardonnay flavour and full finish. Ready to drink.