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Opens with black plum and Kirsch cherries, exhibiting superb depth and richness. Bakers chocolate, anise and spiced mandarin rind are underpinned by violets and cherry blossoms. The mint, sage and garrigue add classical hillside character. Endless layers of cocoa nibs, black raspberry and red currants, edged by freshly ground white pepper are on the palate and carried by supple and generous tannins. Finely textured, the pronounced minerality creates focus which follows all the way through the impressive finish. - Offers bright and dynamic aromas of raspberries and red cherries that are superimposed with cardamom, nutmeg, caramel and honeysuckle. Rich milk chocolate, pomegranate and framboise are layered onto fine-grained tannins. An interplay of burnt sugar and rhubarb integrate seamlessly into the well-structured toasted oak. 98% Cabernet Sauvignon; 2% Petit Verdot.
- ...offers black currant fruit and licorice with hints of toasted oak. Aged eight months in French (80%) and American (20%) oak it has a full mouth feel, good balance, round tannins, and a persistent finish.
- Ripe and round, the smooth and really nicely layered '10 Gen 5 Merlot shows excellent style and personality; almost silky in the finish.
- Translucent light garnet. High-toned aromatics, with pomegranate and rose hips on the nose. Light in body and a bit spritzy. Slightly bitter edged herbal finish. With time gains some complexity and whiffs of brown sugar, dried mushroom, barnyard, and sage emerge.
- Its color is dark, ruby red. The wine has a light fragrance of red, ripe fruits, strawberries, and raspberries. To the palate it is a very fruity, full-bodied wine with soft tannins.
- This red Saumur comes from vines of Cabernet Franc aged up to 50 years. It is a bold rouge hue with flavors of red fruits and rounded tannins.
- A beautiful Ruby red tending to violet, accompanied with fresh aromas of cherries and blackberry . It is Dry and full on the mouth with a persistent taste. It is perfect with pastas, meats and pizza.
- This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon has a deep and intense ruby-red color with pleasant notes of plums, blackberries and figs. On the palate, it has a juicy flavor with a pleasant, well rounded finish.
- Brilliant purple and opaque cherry hues. Lifted spicy blackberry florals on the nose with layers of earth, dark plum and espresso. The bright and brooding palate displays vibrant notes of dried spice, juicy cassis and black plum. Multi layerd fine tannin and fresh acidity will allow this wine to age supremely well over the long term.
- A blend of fruit from 35 year-old vines & 120 year-old vines is the key to Bishop. The Fruit from the younger vines is fresh & vibrant, whilst Shiraz from the oldest blocks in the Ebenezer vineyard gives structure and enhances the palate profile. A brooding nose of blackberry and liquorice notes with a hint of cedar spice. The plate displays a core of bold dark fruits yet remains layered, restrained and tight. This wine will benefit from 10-12 years careful cellaring.
- Glaetzer Wallace takes on the traditional Barossa Valley blend of Shiraz and Grenache in a thoroughly modern way. The Shiraz component gives the wine backbone, flesh and body with the Grenache adding a soft, vibrant juiciness. Overt dark cherry, cracked pepper and raspberry notes are lifted and fragrant on the nose. There is a dark fruit lushness to the palate which is counterbalanced by a spicy suppleness and focus. Flavors of blackcurrant, blueberry and crushed and spice provide depth and complexity. Very approachable in it's youth and will develop great complexity as it ages.
- The wine is a seamless fusion of two varieties: Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Bright and vibrant dark purple color with an expressive nose of black currant, liquorice and anise. A finely structured and elegant tannin structure supports luscious flavors of chocolate and dark berries with fresh acidity. A wine that will evolve very well with long term cellaring .
- Wine with a strong personality with a complex, elegant yet concentrated nose, with ripe red fruit notes enveloped in aromas of mineral and wildflowers along with spicy notes from the wood. It is smooth and elegant on the palate and has sweet and pleasant tannins. Of note is its persistent and lingering finish in the mouth.
- An intense ruby hue, ripe with a plummy aroma accompanied by spicy hints. Dry and full bodied with a ripe velvety texture. Goes well with red meats.
- This medium-bodied wine offers notes of dried black cherry, eucalyptus, cedar, smoke and bell pepper.
- This wine shows up front notes of dark red fruits, tobacco, spice, black pepper, and leather. In the background linger hints of black licorice, pencil shavings, and dried herbs
- This Red wine is produced from some of California's most historic growing region. This richly textured wine shows dark berry and jam aromas and flavors.
- Notes of Dried Red Fruits, Sage and Toffee. Tart Fruitfulness and Herbal Nuances Delivers a Long Finish
- Crafted by blending three vineyards: 56% Harry’s Vineyard, 25% Spring Mountain and 19% Rutherford. The different structures of the three vineyards weave together to create a rich, dense, balanced, plush and creamy wine. Ripe, dark fruits meld with flowers, smoke, licorice, tar and mineral as this fresh and vinous red opens up in the glass. There is a wonderful purity and sheer density to the fruit that caresses the palate all the way through to the round, engaging finish. A gorgeous wine.
- Well it looks a bit different—but trust us—this vintage is as good or even better than the past five. Highway 12 Proprietary Red Blend shines from start to finish with a nose of dark cherry and bark then hits the front and mid-palate with enormity of blackberry preserves, yet remains austere through the finish by way of cedar-like oak notes and a touch of pencil shaving. Supported by some good tannins, this strong, brooding bottle will handle cellaring with ease. By all means, drink now, but cellaring will only allow you to open it for that special occasion the Highwayman warrants.
