Yelland & Papps 'Devote' Greenock Shiraz 2014

Yelland & Papps 'Devote' Greenock Shiraz 2014

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Rich, ripe, toasty oak - tastes American at that, with prominent coconut. Black fruit is very prominent: blackcurrant, black cherry.

It's toward the lighter end of where you'd expect Barossan Shiraz. Tastes light, vibrant and juicy - good to see Shiraz at 13.3%. Vibrant, touch of cranberry juice acidity. 

Good length, fresh and bracing, some toastiness augments this. 91 

Tasted on: Wednesday 25th May, a Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $40
Alcohol: 13.3%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://yellandandpapps.com/

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Lino Ramble Tom Bowler Nero d'Avola 2014

Lino Ramble Tom Bowler Nero d'Avola 2014

  08:30    Stu.

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Lino Ramble is Andy Coppard and Angela Townsend, both plying their respective trades via day jobs at Kay Bros in McLaren Vale.

Redcurrant jelly - deeper, darker savoury elements, cured meat and a little balsamic - bucolic you might say.

Medium bodied, hoi sin, plum; savoury, Woody - I couldn't escape the aroma of the small square of 90% Lindt Excellence under my nose. Good tannin structure, comes afore a juice laden finish. Good wine. 91

Tasted on: Thursday 26th May: Fruit to Root day
Source: Retail, Cru Bar
Price: $28
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://linoramble.com.au/

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Rob Hall Petit Verdot 2015

Rob Hall Petit Verdot 2015

  08:30    Stu.

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Somewhat unusual varietal from the Yarra Valley, as a variety PV is rather expressive and this example is no exception. Pretty, floral top notes, blueberries - sitting over an underlying smokey platform. 

Blue fruit presents itself with aplomb, a little lavender and wild herb. It's fresh - a good line of acidity does that - well structured, with chalky tannin drawing across the palate. Just presents beautifully, a rounded mouthfeel. All class.  93 

Tasted on: Wednesday 25th May, a Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $30
Alcohol: 13.8%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.robhallwine.com.au/

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Kalleske Zeitgeist Shiraz 2016

Kalleske Zeitgeist Shiraz 2016

  15:01    Stu.

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noun

1. the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time.

Raw, primal, suggestion of black fruit compote; mute.

Juicy, tangy, sweet-sour, even orange citrus. Loose-knit, open, easy going, easy-drinking.

Highly drinkable - though I think there are better in the style 89 

Tasted on: Sunday 5th June, a Flower day
Source: Retail, The Melbourne Hotel
Price: $28
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.kalleske.com/

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Langmeil Mataro 2012

Langmeil Mataro 2012

  08:30    Stu.

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Immediately meaty/gamey, woody, smells deep, dark and dense: the Mataro abyss! 

Mataro's spice, lovely balance against fruit sweetness - of blue fruits, plum and mulberry; good structure, leaves a lasting impression. 

Finishes well: tannin, bold flavour and a lingering palate presence. 92 

Tasted on: Thursday 26th May, a Fruit to Root day
Source: Cellar Door
Price: $30
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.langmeilwinery.com.au/

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Yelland & Papps Devote Roussanne 2015

Yelland & Papps Devote Roussanne 2015

  11:04    Stu.

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Honey, honeysuckle, vanilla cream; florals and citrus - aromatic complexity, yet subtle, inviting. 

Mid-weight, textured, lemon curd; languidly saunters across the palate: spiced, vanilla - old oak mind - stonefruit and tropical fruit elements. Complex, yet not overdone. It hangs off a good line of acid that terminates with a flinty edge. Good stuff. 93 

Tasted on: Tuesday 24th May, a Leaf to Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $40
Alcohol: 12.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://yellandandpapps.com/

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Chapel Hill The Parson Shiraz 2015

Chapel Hill The Parson Shiraz 2015

  08:30    Stu.

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Rich, plummy, a little choc-toffee.  

Rich and robust, generous in the mouth. Flaked chocolate, berry compote, suggestion of tannin. Good lingering finish

A little acidic pitch to freshen. Simple, yet of substance. 89

 

Tasted on: Wednesday 24th May, a Leaf to Fruit day
Source: Sample
Price: $18
Alcohol: 14.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: http://www.chapelhillwine.com.au/

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