Hither & Yon McLaren Vale Grenache Mataro
Aromas of raspberry, red rose petal perfume, forest floor. The palate shows summer berry fruits, wild herbs, lively mouth feel with light sandy tannins. Raspberry chocolate bullets, black tea leaves and gutsy earthiness to finish, pleasant after grip and a sweet trickle of fruit on the back palate.
Dowie Doole Merlot
Your quest for the best sub-$20 Merlot is over. One of McLaren Vale's most explosive producers of the past 10-15 years is offered here on an silver platter. Everything you love about Merlot in one bottle; luscious black fruits with soft cuddly tannins and hints of spiced coffee.
Serafino Cabernet Sauvignon
Serafino is the winery behind industry icon, Steve Maglieri. Arriving in McLaren Vale in 1968, Steve embarked on a career that has seen his wines win multiple awards across the world. His Cabernet Sauvignon contains fruit that is hand selected from multiple vineyard sites throughout McLaren Vale to deliver a wine that is full-bodied and full of richness. Copious amounts of blackcurrant and blueberry fruit await with supreme textural oak balancing the opulence.
Coriole Nero
This McLaren Vale Nero d'Avola from the talented team at Coriole has an incredible swag of awards including two Gold medals and four Trophies! In the glass: Medium density dark red. On the nose: Fresh red and dark cherry aromas with herb and violet perfume. On the palate: Medium weight yet quite intense with raspberry and redcurrant fruit freshness and lifted acidity. Very youthful, lively and Pinot-like with light, silken lingering tannins and savoury spice. Quite delicious!
Kangarilla Road Montepulciano
Smidge St Brioc Cabernet Sauvignon
The Smidge St Brioc Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 from McLaren Vale is a true gem from Smidge Wines, located in South Australia. With a rich deep ruby color, this wine immediately captivates the senses. On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and a hint of smoky oak tantalize the senses. The palate is equally impressive, with a velvety texture and flavors of blackcurrant, plum, and a touch of chocolate. The tannins are well-integrated, providing a smooth and elegant structure. This wine boasts a long and satisfying finish, leaving a lingering taste of black fruit and a subtle hint of spice. A true representation of the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of Smidge Wines, this Cabernet Sauvignon is a must-try for any wine lover. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years to truly experience its full potential.
Serafino Shiraz
McLaren Vale and Shiraz - the perfect match. Steve Maglieri is the icon behind the Serafino name and his Shiraz is a typically wonderful full-flavoured and full-bodied red with the black and red fruits you can handle. A rich and voluptuous palate with a silken, textured finish that is a perfect match to big, rich beef dishes or a robust lamb ragu.
McLaren Vale III Associates Renaissance Merlot Cabernet Petit Verdot
A lovely approachable wine from the guys at III Associates. Plum flavours drive the wine with a soft, plush mouth feel and intergrated tannins. Lovely toasty oak is also prevalent with nice blending of the Cabernet fruit.
Brokenwood Cabernet Merlot
Now sourcing fruit from premium regions across Australia, this Cabernet blend shows varietal mint on the nose with floral notes in the background. The palate has good weight and texture, the flavours of blackcurrant and herb framed by firm tannins.