Liv Zak Syrah 2016

Liv Zak Syrah 2016

  11:30    Stu.

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Liv Zak is a second label, of sorts, for COldstream (Yarra Valley) based Warramunda Estate.

Brambley mix of fruit, spice, suggestion of whole bunch. Invitingly fresh and vibrant, fruit at its core with a savoury frame. 

Feels slick, polished, a veneer of glossy black fruit with aniseed and black pepper twists. Sensuous and easy going, yet with enough gravitas to elevate it to more than a thirst quencher. 91  

Tasted on: Wednesday 28th November 
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 13.6%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au

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Liv Zak Rosé 2017

Liv Zak Rosé 2017

  12:30    Stu.

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I'm liking these Warramunda and Liv Zak wines, a suggestion of early picking (on both ABVs and flavour profile), with an approachability now, and structure to boot.

Delicate Berry aromatics, florals and a softness that reminds of talcum (or such). 

Crispness, a delicate acidic crunch that meets a textural roundness that lends a waxy feel - somewhat like apple skin. Suggestion of tart acidity freshens things up a touch. 90 

Tasted on: Thursday 15th November 
Source: Sample
Price: $25
Alcohol: 12%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au

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Liv Zak Rosé 2018

Liv Zak Rosé 2018

  16:00    Stu.

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Liv Zak being the second label of the Yarra Valley's Warramunda Estate. 

This Pinot based Rosé is certainly pretty in pink, pouring both a delightful hue, offering a Berry accented aroma to the imbiber. 

The palate crisp and clipped, a smart snap of acidity that brings with it a gentle edge of texture, finishing long and dry. Gentle length that tugs along, bringing the carry of berry fruit with it. 89 

Tasted on: Thursday 13th February 
Source: Sample
Price: $25
Alcohol: 12.9%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au/

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Liv Zak Chardonnay 2017

Liv Zak Chardonnay 2017

  08:30    Stu.

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Hand-picked and whole bunch pressed, settled overnight and then racked with solids to barrel, juice was left alone in barrel to ferment naturally, and was aged in old barrels on full-lees for 8 months with occasional stirring. 

Liv Zak being the second label of Warramunda Estate of course. Toastiness, citrus, lemon curd perhaps lending a creamy aspect to proceedings. 

Quite hard and lean palate, veers to a slatey and minerally edge, but comes at the expense of further complexity and flavour. 

Comes across rather flat on the finish. 87 

Tasted on: Tuesday 28th May, a Flower to Leaf day 
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 12%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au

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Liv Zak Chardonnay 2019

Liv Zak Chardonnay 2019

  17:59    Stu.

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Subtle stonefruit, leesy solids derived funk. 

There's a nice citrus and white nectarine vein running, gentle toast and a fine acidic line threading through. Moderate textural aspect - it's just a good all-rounder sitting in the zone. 91 

Tasted on: Sunday 16th February 
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au/

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Liv Zak Pinot Noir 2018

Liv Zak Pinot Noir 2018

  08:30    Stu.

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Approachable, hints of forest floor, as if to season the fruit/savoury elements at the wine's core.

Mid-weight, succulent, fruit presence and a fine vein of acidity through the middle. 91 

Tasted on: Sunday 16th February 
Source: Sample
Price: $36
Alcohol: 13%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au/

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Liv Zak Malbec 2018

Liv Zak Malbec 2018

  20:40    Stu.

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Rose, damson, smattering of new oak in the mix. More of a lightness on entry, with a spike of acidity; a real openness and airy kinda vibe. Yarra Valley Malbec - as a single varietal - is not a common occurrence, part of a blend - yes.

Token black fruit hints, touch of pastille about it, but not quite the full picnic for mine. Just feeling a touch hollow. 88 

Tasted on: Wednesday 19th February 
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au/

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Liv Zak Syrah 2018

Liv Zak Syrah 2018

  10:31    Stu.

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Certainly conveys a cooler climate take on the variety, and certainly worthy of the Syrah distinction.  Of stem and sap, brown spice and black pepper. 

Lighter of body, slight ferrous tannin, spike of acidity for drive and length. Certainly of savoury bent, and very much in the modern vogue. Delicate and balanced offering. 92 

Tasted on: Sunday 16th February 
Source: Sample
Price: $35
Alcohol: 13.5%
Closure: Screwcap
Website: https://warramundaestate.com.au/

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