Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Warm Up With Stunning New Red Wine Releases

Wow, it's cold.

To keep you warm today, we bring you a range of stunning new red wine releases. They'll warm the cockles of your heart!


2010 Boireann Le Cima Granite Belt Barbera: Boireann has certainly lifted its skirts with this very different, a la mode label design; the grapes come from the Golden Grove Vineyard; the wine matches the label, bright, lively and juicy, with pure red cherry fruit, intriguing acidity, and the finest possible tannins. Absolutely ready to go. The points are given within the context of the style. 94 points - James Halliday Wine Companion Magazine June/July 2012.

2009 Sirromet Wild Granite Belt Nebbiolo: Has the usual light colour; can only be appreciated in the context of Nebbiolo, tasted blind most likely to be castigated for premature development and lack of fruit, in fact it has rose petal and spices and a silky smooth and long palate, tannis barely perceptible. 90 points - James Halliday Wine Companion Magazine June/July 2012.

2010 Boireann Granite Belt Shiraz Mourvedre: Good colour, although not as intense as that of the Shiraz; the typically fragrant bouquet leads into a medium-bodied palate, Shiraz and Mourvedre taking turns to express their respective personalities. Gives every indication it will flourish in the years ahead. 94 points- James Halliday Wine Companion Magazine June/July 2012.

2009 Ridgemill Estate Pedigree Granite Belt Cabernet Malbec Merlot: A huge, inky style with masses of oak, powerful ripe fruit and high level of acid. Cellar for 5 years. Three stars - Winestate Magazine May/June 2012.