Louis Moreau Chablis 1er Cru Vau Ligneau
This wine is a perfect example of a classic Chablis 1er Cru. Its exposure to a relatively cool morning sun ensures its elegance and enhances its minerality & richness drawn from the calcare-ous and clay subsoil. It has a rich yellow gold color with green hints and its nose reveals aromas of mint & pineapple. Its flavours are full & freshness dominates, with a long persistent finish.
Lethbridge Mietta Pinot Noir
From vines yielding less than 1 tonne/acre, 100% whole bunch, natural yeast ferment, 100% new oak. A powerful and structural Pinot Noir by Lethbridge. An unusual presentation of the MV6 clone in the Estate vineyard produces fruit of great density of flavour, and very low yield (0.5 tonnes/acre). This wine was fermented with 100% whole bunch inclusion and had pre-fermentation maceration for 7-10 days. Wild yeast fermentation in small open vats proceeded with daily pigéage. Pressing was straight to barrel (100% new French oak) to allow for gross lees contact and natural MLF.
Wynns Michael Shiraz
Wynns Michael Shiraz is a 'best-of-vintage' Shiraz from Wynns vineyard sites in Coonawarra and is named after David Wynn's youngest son. Made in the years that best show Coonawarra's unique terroir, this latest release displays the qualities that have made the 'Michael' one of the most highly regarded of all Australian Shiraz with aromas of red currants, cherries and raspberry that mesh every so well with the olive and white spice characters. The palate follows with an elegant structure bursting with dark brooding spice and succulent ripe tannins.
Burn Cottage Vineyard Pinot Noir
A seductive and enticing Pinot Noir that delivers an intriguing aroma of sun ripened red fruits, earl grey tea and an underlying character of autumnal leaves and wet stones. The palate is both youthful and vibrant, with an elegance and richness that is becoming the hallmark of our vineyard. The red berry fruit flavours combine with wild thyme and rich savoury notes, and are supported by the beautifully poised tannins that give depth to the long mouth-watering finish. This wine by Burn Cottage Vineyard needs a few years to marry all of its elements. Cellaring for up to 8-10 years.
Callejon Del Crimen Blend de Terroirs Malbec
100% Malbec - Grapes from the different estates are used in varying proportions depending on the characteristics of each vintage. This Blend of Malbecs from the Uco Valley has 50% from our estate at Gualtallary, 20% from Paraje Altamira, 20% from Pampa El Cepillo and 10% from our estate at Vista Flores. Aging - 12 months in 160- and 225-litre French oak barrels, plus 12 months storage in the bottle. Tasting notes - A blend with great character. A deep violet wine, surprisingly bright over a black background. It leaves notable legs. On the nose there are notes of ripe black plum and hints of minerals and spices. In the mouth, the wine is elegant and expressive, with silky, velvety tannins. There are notes of chocolate and tobacco from its aging in French oak barrels. We recommend decanting it for 30 minutes before serving. Cellaring - 15 years plus
Callejon Del Crimen Winemaker Selection
Vineyard: Alluvial soils with boulder, rich in calcium carbonate.<br>Variety of soils: 20% IG. Paraje Altamira 1100 masl. - 20% Vista Flores 1000 masl. 60% Gualtallary 1350 masl.<br>Varietals: 85% Malbec - 10% Petit Verdot - 5% Merlot.<br>Uco Valley, Mendoza.<br>Deep red color with violet dyes and a surprising shine. On the nose, notes of ripe black plums and subtle mineral and spicy notes are perceived.<br>In the mouth it is elegant and expressive. It presents silky and velvety tannins. Chocolate notes, tobacco due to its passage through French oak barrels. Balanced end persistent.<br>Traditional fermentation with selected yeasts under strict temperature control, natural malolactic in barrels.<br>Aging: 12 months in french oak barrels.<br>Production: 12.000 Bottles
Pegasus Bay Prima Donna Pinot Noir
Pegasus Bay have about a dozen different clones of Pinot Noir. With their original plantings, these grow intermingled throughout the various blocks. The vines, many of which are nearly 30 years old and on their own roots, grow on a series of north facing, gradually descending terraces. Traditional Burgundian winemaking methods are used. Bright ruby colour. Its generous aromas and flavours dark cherries, blackberries, raspberries and mulberries, suffused with chocolate mocha and spice. There is an underlying savoury character, suggesting grilled meats and mushrooms with a hint of black olive tapenade. It is seductively light on entry but rapidly expands on the palate to become rich and mouth filling, while retaining elegance and poise. Silky tannins help draw out its lingering aftertaste.
L’Epiphanie de Saint-Estèphe
L’Epiphanie de Saint-Estèphe comes from a very fine estate in Bordeaux’s legendary St-Estèphe appellation in the northernmost part of the Médoc – one of only two Second Growths. (There are actually no First Growths in St-Estèphe, so this is pretty much top of the tree.) First Growth Château Lafite is just across a stream to the south, which gives you an idea of the hallowed terroir we’re talking about. We can’t reveal which estate this wine comes from, but we can tell you that two of its Grand Vins from the legendary 2009 & 2010 vintages were rated a perfect 100 points by the great Robert Parker – wines that sell for nearly $200 per bottle! It's compellingly aromatic – a seductive scent of violets and ripe red fruit. The luscious palate delivers concentrated cassis and plum, with touches of mineral and cherry on the long, sensuous, minerally, finish. It's a sublime example of the lavish St Estephes from this great estate, silky smooth, velvety, complex and long.
Vranken Diamant Brut Non-Vintage Champagne Non-Vintage
Pale golden-yellow colour, bright, luminous and shot through with glints of green. delicate sparkle with a steady stream of bubbles. Intense, elegant and complex with floral scents and fruity aromas, followed by aromas of sweet pastries. Ample, complex, has been well with slightly toasted aromas.
Clos De L'Oratoire
Grand Cru Classé. Merlot 80%, Cab Franc 10%, Cab Sav 10%. These wines are rich and concentrated. Since 1990 they have improved under new ownership and show good typicity for St-Émilion.
