Domain Road

Domain Road Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009

Nose: Pinosity and a 'terroir' statement.....this wine has complexity and presence. A mix of light red berry fruits interwoven with a dried herb and oak network.

5 Stars (89 points)

Palate: A Pinot Noir for Pinot enthusiasts...taut and still very youthful with medium+ tannins - fine in nature and still integrating; medium to medium+ acid; Fruits reflect flavors of red and yellow cherry - ripe as well as tart, red apple skin and cranberry. Medium+ length and finish. A lovely wine with or without food.

5 Stars (89 Points)

Ceres

Ceres 'Composition' Pinot Noir 2338 Central Otago
Nose: Strawberry, raspberry and light cherry fruit aromas - then a very light smokey wood note - soft. As the wine absorbs oxygen it reveals a delicate feminine side with rose petal suggestions.

3.5 Stars

Palate: Dry and light bodied. Retains its fruit signature which is enhanced by slightly firm yet fine tannins. A light plum note on the finish is moderate.
Light appetizers or soft cheeses come to mind in pairing this example with food. Moderate to moderate + in length. Balanced and still developing.
3.5 Stars

Explorer

Explorer Central Otago Single Vineyard Pinot Noir 2010
Nose: Warm and quite rich in red fruits especially raspberry and black cherry, a meld of light brown spices, suggestions of some new oak and schist rock and complexity.

4 Stars

Palate: Dry with a warm and gentle fruit flavors mixed with light baking spice suggestions and an undertone of schistous earthiness. A touch of tart cherry alongside the medium acid adds a little punch on the finish. balanced and well made. I like this wine. 
4 Stars
I have tasted a few vintages of the Explorer wines now and find that the 2010 is the best that Explorer have produced to date.

Marisco

Marisco 'The King's Wrath' Pinot Noir 2011 Marlborough
Nose: Great fruit centred pinosity with ripe and focused cranberry, cherry and raspberry fruit suggestions each having a tart side as well, lightly spiced oak - stage left.

3.5 Stars

Palate: reflects the nose well with lots of focus on the fruit flavors and a youthful bite. S fresh spritz on the palate also keeps the wine fresh and vibrant. Medium+ acidity, moderate length, balanced with easy tannin textures.
3.5 Stars

St Clair

St Clair Family Estate Pioneer Block Chardonnay Twin Hills 2010 Marlborough
Nose: Plenty of fruit, oak, richness and concentration. this is yet another familiar and appealing bouquet of a st Clair Chardonnay; Roasted peach and nectarine fruits laced with vanilla pod and sweet oak.

5 Stars (90 Points)

Palate: A creamy and voluptuous palate, fine texture, medium+ acidity, a citrus pith note adds complexity to the finish which is long. A balanced, harmonious and well made wine.
5 Stars (90 Points)

St Clair

St Clair Family Estate 'Vicars Choice' Chardonnay 2011 Malrborough
Nose: I have to be honest here...the nose reminds me of Peaches and Vanilla Ice-cream. Fruity and forward with just the right measure of oak.

3.5 Stars

Palate: The palate is a direct reflection of the nose with peaches and creamy vanillin oak sensations. The acid adds texture and highlights the simple nature of this wine. A balanced wine, well made - as always, with a moderate finish.
3.5 Stars

Marisco

Marisco 'The King's Bastard' 2011 Chardonnay Marlborough
Nose: Sweet oak, sweet stone fruit, gentle vanillin and a creamy almost Greek yoghurt like layer to the bouquet. No mistaking this wine for anything but Chardonnay.

4 Stars

Palate: Reflects the nose with a stone fruits salad of flavors, layers of oak add flavor more than texture; medium+ acidity adds freshness. The creamy note on the nose references a silky vanillin, sweet peach and yoghurt cream layer. Overall tasty with a drink now appeal.
4 Stars

Babich

Babich Irongate Hawke's Bay Gimblett Gravels Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc 2010
Nose: Sweet fruit and oak aromas with violets, black and red fruits, some date and plum, hints of chocolate. No mistaking the oak stamp.

5 Stars

Palate: Blackberry and plum flavors, spiced brown oak  flavors with cacao then violets and chunky oak. Balanced, dry and well made with medium+ length and complexity. After wine tasting for the day I came back to this wine - curious - and discovered that several hours of relaxation and subtle ingress of oxygen opened this wine's potential into more complex messages. The finished increased in length and intensity and the complexities revealed a wine built for some ageing yet - minimum 5 years.
5 Stars

Babich

Babich Wines Irongate Hawke's Bay Gimblett Gravels Chardonnay 2011
Nose: An appealing complexity quickly unfurls to show a range of stone fruits and apple laced in new and older oak, a leesy, savory edge adds complexity.

5 Stars

Palate: Flavors and textures reveal a Burgundian like appeal with Hawke's Bay sweet and ripe stone fruit flavors. The oak is noticeable in such a youthful wine yet seems to add the right level of sweetness to carry the wine's flavors and complexities well. Balanced and well made.
5 Stars

Church Road McDonald Series

Church Road McDonald Series Hawke's Bay Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
Nose: Dense, rich, toasty and full of fruit: black fruits, dark petals, graphite and lashings of oak with toasted brown spice and a hint of licorice.

5 Stars

Palate: Matches the nose immediately and intensely. Medium+ tannins, medium to medium+ acidity, warm and rich with flavors of graphite, violets, hazelnut, ash and black fruit flavors. Balanced and well made.
5 Stars

Church Road McDonald Series

Church Road McDonald Series Hawke's Bay Chardonnay 2011
Nose: Every bit a Chardonnay, every bit a Hawke's Bay wine and every bit a classic. Deep and dense fruit core and oak centred bouquet to the spice and dried stone undertones - this is chardonnay!
Plenty of stone fruits engulfed in a nutty oak and slightly wild ferment adds complexity.

5 Stars (an easy 90 points)

Palate: Creamy (just) with medium+ acidity then a large bite of oak tempered by ripe fruit makes for an easy now or hold for 3+ years. Vanillin and roasted stone fruits finish - quite long. Balanced and well made. 
5 Stars (90 Points)

Hartford Wine Dinner Taj Hotel SFO June 19th 2012

Following a four Pinots Noir tasting with hosts Hartford Family Wine Maker Jeff Stewart and Master Sommelier Richard Dean guests sat down to a four course dinner prepared by executive Chef Srijith Gopinthan.

The menu read as follows:

The Amuse: Salmon - firm, rich, oily and flavorful - perfect!

Sweet Shrimps with doughnut nectarines, Burned peppers, Cucumbers, Basil and shrimp essence.

Served with Hartford Court Seascape Vineyard Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 2008.

Food: Delicate and slightly sweet overall with a range of slight to firm textures with harmony on the plate overall. Very tasting and a great beginning.

Wine: Quite full-bodied and rich in flavor, noticeable acidity and oak, buttery and creamy as well. Medium+ length and finish.

Match: Not so good - the dish was too delicate for the wine. Perhaps a Riesling or even a Pinot Gris would have been a better option. That said I enjoyed both separately. The salmon appetizer would have been just right for the wine. Still - I did get to try that match as well and was delicious!

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Liberty Farm Duck Breast with pistachio, Brooks cherry variation, porcini mushrooms and duck jus.

Food: Perfectly prepared duck with a firm texture tempered by melt in the mouth flavor. The condiments on the plate, along with the duck, each provided a match with the wine. Great portion size.

Wine and match: Hartford Court Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2010 - Fragrant and distinctive with Pinosity and enough power to manage the duck and its condiments really well - a solid pairing - well done Ricahrd and  Srijith.

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Lamb Loin with slow roasted English peas, mint and pea leaf melt, chanterelle buttons and lamb jus.

Food: A beautiful duo of pink, sweet and juicy loin(s), the herbaceous elements on the plate were a great contrast to the texture,  and tannin and overall structure of the wine.

Wine and match: Hartford Court Far Coast Vineyard Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2009.  I loved this wine - no food needed. A delicious and noteworthy Pinot for its core of fruit and core of concentration without being over the top; balanced by fine tannins, medium+ acidity and a long finish. With the lamb - excellent - a well thought out pairing where the wine edged ahead of the food flavor and impact. In a dinner like this the wine is the hero of the evening with the Chef-de-Cuisine taking a second row seat yet still demonstrating the ability to cook an enchanting dish.

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Chocolate with caramelia Mousse, Dark chocolate Ice Cream and Almond Praline Tuile

Food: If you are a chocolate and sweet dessert lover this is a really good dish for you. Plenty of sweetness  to devour as the chocolate melts.

No dessert picture - sorry - I ate it too quickly!

Wine and Match: Hartford Vineyard Old Vine Russian River Valley Zinfandel 2009. Only some Zins will pair with chocolate. This one did not - only because there was too much going on with the food. Individually the wine was dry, spicy, fruit-cake-a-licious, but too much power for the plate and not sweet enough.

Thanks again for a great evening - had a long discussion with Wine Maker Jeff Stewart and am looking forward to the next opportunity to try more of his wines.

Hartford Family Winery

Hartford Court 2009 Maclean's Dance, Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (Bio-dynamically farmed vineyard)
(Tasted at the Taj Hotel - Wine Maker's Dinner June 19th 2012)
Nose: A family of light red fruits - with their darker versions showing - dark cherry, plum and a touch of black fruit. Of the four wines in this tasting this example showed the most complexity, mystery and charm.

Palate: Dry, firm and showing the complexity suggested on the nose with added richness and great potential. The acid especially has a sparkle and brightness. Texture means a lot in a fine Pinot Noir and this wine does not disappoint - somewhat of an iron fist in a velvet glove - meaning - invest in this wine if you can and be rest assured it will cellar and reward for several years to come. 

Hartford Family Winery

Hartford Court 2009 'Land's Edge', Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
(Tasted at the Taj Hotel - Wine Maker's Dinner June 19th 2012)
Nose: A cooler climate - leaner fruit profile with a blend of sweet light red fruits and an herbal note which adds some subtle complexity. The bouquet is youthful and still in a development phase.

Palate: Firm and dry with bite, power and presence. A wine with pinosity and personality. Medium++ tannins, medium to medium+ acidity, a hint of warmth from the alcohol (14.8%), a balanced and fine finish. I would decant for service or cellar for a further 2 to 4 years and then take another look.

Hartford Family Winery

Hartford Court 2009 Fog Dance, Russian River Valley (Or Green Valley) Pinot Noir
(Tasted at the Taj Hotel - Wine Maker's Dinner June 19th 2012)
Nose:A wine with feminine touches to the bouquet: a captivating mix of layers of spice from oak and a light (gentle) silty soil/mineral blend - then - aromas of light red fruits and lightly spiced oak.

Palate: The siltly/mineral signature on the nose returns on the palate. Flavors of yellow, red, sweet and sour cherry and even a little cranberry along with fine tannins, medium + (ish) acidity and a village Burgundy feel make for a very enjoyable taste experience. The oak is again not a big feature on this example, but adds complexity and even a little charm.

Hartford Family Winery

Hartford Court 2009 Sevens Bench Vineyard, Carneros Pinot Noir

(Tasted at the Taj Hotel - Wine Maker's Dinner June 19th 2012)

Nose: A gentle aromatic start, but then a wave of juicy fruits emerges - yet still with an appealing softness. There is Pinosity here too - cherry and strawberry suggestions, rose perfumes and red apple skin.

Palate: Reflects the nose with a sediment/soil suggestion embraced by fine tannins and yet another layer of juicy fruit flavors. Some gentle brown spice notes reflect the use of oak. Although a little warm on the palate this wine is balanced and well made.

Tatty Bogler

Tatty Bogler 2010 Pinot Gris Central Otago
Nose: A savory, fruity and stony complexity greets the nose; typical apple skin and pear skin suggestions with a light citrus appeal (grape fruit and tangerine). Moderate complexity, youthful and inviting aromatics.

5 Stars

Palate: Just off-dry with a definitive citrus then tree fruit flavors - yum!
I really like the contrast from nose to palate with this wine - there is of course varietal white flesh fruit signatures, but with additional citrus fruit profile this wine shows an 'X' factor I'm sure many who drink Pinot Gris will like.
The texture is also a feature with this wine, medium+ acidity and length, balanced and well made.
5 Stars

Tatty Bogler

Tatty Bogler 2011 Pinot Noir Rose Central Otago 
Nose: Strawberry, light red cherry with a touch of maraschino, pink candy floss and sweet rose bouquet. In other words a rose to take notice of.

4 Stars

Palate: A seamless transition from nose to palate with all the flavors suggest on the nose present on the palate as well. The floral ideas are perhaps a little more accentuated. I tasted this wine at 12 degrees Celsius  - which seemed ideal for this example.
4 Stars

Bilancia

Bilancia  2008 Reserve Pinot Gris Hawke's Bay
Nose:Apples - both fresh and cooked, lemon and lemon pith, a hint of green pear then dry stone soil suggestions.

4.5 Stars

Palate: Delicious palate! Begins oily then fades to reveal a crisp, warm and flavorful wine packed with three and citrus fruit flavors. Medium to Medium+ acid keeps the palate crisp and dry; A light spice note enhances the finish. Balanced, well made and offering great drinking now and through 2013.
4.5 Stars

Ostler

Ostler 'Audrey's' 2010 Pinot Gris, Waitaki Valley
Nose:A specific focus on flavor development and fruit integration with a mix of tree fruit, tangerine citrus and white fleshed fruit both juiced and aged. A savory note adds complexity. A lees - like note adds additional complexity.

4.5 Stars

Palate: A fruit skin spice from pear and apple combined with a light savory note makes this wine very appealing on the palate. The alcohol is not a detractor (14.5%). There is a well tuned balance between the fruit, alcohol and savory elements. Perhaps some old barrel influence. Overall a dry finishing wine with medium+ acidity - great drinking now and through 2013.
4.5 Stars

Ostler

Ostler 'Lakeside Vines' 2011 Pinot Gris, Waitaki Valley
Nose: A floral lift at the outset leads to aromas of sandstone, firm pear skin, apple and white nectarine.

4 Stars

Palate: Off-dry with sweet apple, pear and white fleshed fruits, the warmth of the alcohol (14%) is well balanced by the measure of RS. The alcohol also highlights a light white pepper note - very gentle though. A lovely fruit centered finish which lasts and lasts.
4 Stars

Ostler

Ostler 'Lakeside Vines' 2011 Riesling, Waitaki Valley
Nose: White flowers - rose and jasmine; crisp citrus and white apricot; wet stone suggestions; Apple.

4.5 Stars

Palate: Apple - green and red - ripe; slightly sweet citrus flavors - lemon, crisp texture with Medium+ acidity; A gentle finish. Most definitely a reflection of origin and sound wine making skill.
4.5 Stars

Greywacke

Greywacke 'Wild Sauvignon' Marlborough 2010
Nose: Complex - a mix of stony soils, sweet and dry herb, lemon, light white peach and white flower. There is a prickly nettle-like suggestion - a wild Sauvignon Blanc bouquet.

Five Stars

Palate: Dry and vibrant with a stony, white flower and citrus centered flavor. The nettles note returns in a more rounded fashion; Hints of lees and wild ferment flavors add complexity and textures. A delicious and sophisticated example that demonstrates that Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc is evolving into something even more exciting!

Birthday Cupcakes 2012

5 Stars (an easy 90 pointer)

O:TU Otuwhero Estates

O:TU Otuwhero Estates Marlborough Awatere Valley Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Nose: A focused and specific expression of Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc with a pin point accurate mix of tree, citrus and tropical fruits; hints of mineral and complexity.

4 Stars

Palate: Just dry, crisp and as the nose suggests with tree, citrus and tropical fruits flavors; Awatere Valley fresh herbs add a layer to this signature wine; balanced and well made with high acidity and a long finish.
Stars
4 Stars

O:TU Otuwhero Estates

O:TU  Otuwhero Estates Marlborough Awatere Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Nose: Striking, individual and inviting. Aromatic with a bouquet of freshly juiced fruits with a fresh herb edge.

4.5 Stars

Palate: Just dry with flavors that reflect the nose - juicy and fresh tropical fruit suggestions of mango, pineapple and gooseberry, apple and citrus accentuated by a light herbal note (Awatere Valley). Youthful and textured; high acid - naturally; balanced and well made.
4.5 Stars

The 3rd Man

The 3rd Man 'Darnley Corner' Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Nose: Leesy and perfumed with sweet gooseberry, golden kiwi and tropical fruit suggestions; soft and sweet herbs complete the bouquet.

3.5 Stars

Palate: Light, juicy and just off-dry; Flavors reflect the nose, medium+ acidity with a mild slightly watery finish. Balanced and well made.
3.5 Stars

Flying Sheep

Flying Sheep Hawke's Bay Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon (Single Estate Vineyard) 2009
Nose: Toasty ripe plum (Merlot) and savory dried herb Cabernet Sauvignon with blackberry fruits and sweet earthy qualities.

4.5 Stars

Palate:Dry with medium+ body, warm and fruity with black fruits flavors - black berry and dark plum; toasty and savory oak, Medium+ to high tannins, medium+ acidity, youthful and mildly chewy; a great food wine especially cheese. Highly recommended!
4.5 Stars

Wild River

Wild River Waipara Valley Pinot Noir 2011
Nose: Savory, spicy, earthy with a clay and river stone mineral quality. Fruits of cherry and plum with a touch of strawberry. A very attractive and confident (for want of a better term) bouquet.

4.5 Stars

Palate:The palate reflects the nose - a gentle sweetness to the fruit with a savory earthiness makes for a tasty wine with medium complexity, balanced acidity and oak, fine tannins and finish. For me - a lovely example.
4.5 Stars

Block 88

Black 88  Marlborough Pinot Noir 2010
Nose:Quite a dense and broody red fruit bouquet: plum and dark cherry, a dash of chocolate; moderate oak with a savory and mild toasty edge; medium+ complexity.

4 Stars

Palate: Moderate+ warmth is tamed by ripe and sound fruit flavors; moderately spiced oak and vanillin; plenty of complexity to distract the drinker away from the warmth of the alcohol (14.5%). Perhaps serve at cellar temperature (12.5 C). Don't get me wrong - I like this wine a lot - it works! Needs food to show off the attributes.
4 Stars

Conspiracy

Conspiracy Marlborough Pinot Noir 2011
(Best Wine Buys)
Nose:Light red fruits with cherry and strawberry showing first, fruity uncomplicated and not forward/too obvious with any oak used.

3.5 Stars

Palate: Light-bodied, juicy with light red fruit flavors, easy on the nose , palate and wallet. Delivers a lot for bang for the bucks!
3.5 Stars

Julicher

Julicher Martinborough Pinot Noir 2009
Nose: For me a classic Martinborough nose with strawberry and silty loam bouquet with other classic Pinot Noir fruits of cherry and light brown spice notes, moderate+ complexity.

4 Stars

Palate:Warm, but spicy, dry and flavorful - plenty of pinosity to to keep the palate interested - flavors reflect what the nose suggested with balanced use of oak, medium+ acidity, fine tannins and definitely well made. Very nice wine.
4 Stars

Osawa

Osawa Wines Prestige Collection Hawke's Bay Pinot Noir 2010
Nose: A lovely varietal lift with a big red cherry and savory cherry and strawberry fruits bouquet. Adding to the bouquet are the aromas of spicy French oak - toasty brown spices and savory complexity.

4.5 Stars

Palate: Reflects the nose with a warm, savory and toasty feel, medium+ tannins, medium acid, medium+ oak flavor. Balanced and well made. Drink now through 2013.
4.5 Stars

Incognito

Incognito Prestige Central Otago Pinot Noir 2009

(Produced for Fine Wine Delivery Company Akl - Check out the name on the cork)

Nose: A lovely bouquet - Burgundian; savory with a dried herb then floral note, light red fruits and red apple skin, moderate complexity and inviting.

4 Stars

Palate: Dry with savory flavors, light red fruits, flowers and brown spices collectively make for a balanced and drink now style. I like this wine!

4 Stars

Villa Maria

Villa Maria Cellar Selection Marlborough Pinot Noir 2010
Nose: A lifted varietal and feminine fragrance of Pinot Noir; plenty of cherry and raspberry red fruit aromas marry well along side some well chosen oak influences with a range of toast levels and age. Light brown spices.

4 Stars

Palate: Dry with a gentle brown spices and savory edge but still full of red fruit flavors; moderate intensity of fine tannins, medium+ acid, balanced and well made
4 Stars

Flying Mouton

Flying Mouton Hawke's Bay Rose 2010
(Produced by Osawa Wines)
Nose and Palate: Strawberries, strawberry jam and sweet cherry aromas and a Pacific Rose Apple skin suggestion.
On the palate this wine is warm and dry with a light savory edge. Flavors of light red fruits reflect the nose with medium+ acidity and a fresh appeal. Great wine with all sorts of light savory dishes and cold meats.
3 Stars

3 Stars

Julicher

Julicher Chardonnay 2009 Martinborough
(Barrel Fermented 20% New Oak)
Nose: A bouquet of just ripe stone fruits then ripe citrus are wrapped up quite tight in a layer of oak with a butterscotch edge, a toasty savory complexity follows.

4 Stars

Palate: Dry and very flavorful with citrus and texture revealed first, medium+ acid with a firm hand highlights some of the oak signature. I like the layers this wine presents and the combination of flavor and texture with acid and oak. Well made and still developing.
4 Stars

Moss Wood

Moss Wood Margaret River Moss Wood Vineyard 2011 Semillon
Nose: Grape fruit, lemon, apple and a leesy wild edge, moderate complexity with a hint of old wood-like (barrel) complexity.

Palate: Dry and fruity with grape fruit both sweet and juicy - young. A sweet hay and mild waxy appeal then speaks. The finish is excellent with a complexity level set to build over time (a long time). A great food wine and alternate to Sauvignon Blanc.
4 Stars

Villa Maria

Villa Maria Cellar Selection Hawke's Bay Arneis 2011
Nose and Palate: fuller and richer and fruitier than it's Private Bin Cousin - this wine displays a savory complexity along side a chalk-like, dry stone flavor and texture. Balanced and very well made. Flavors of lemon and apple on the finish.
4 Stars

Villa Maria

Villa Maria Private Bin Arneis Hawke's Bay 2011

Nose and Palate: Fresh & floral with sweet citrus, apple and chalk-like minerality. The palate reflects the nose with luscious acidity. This is a light, dry and refreshing wine, its not meant to be complicated just enjoyable - which it is.

3.5 Stars

Osawa Wines

Osawa Wines Prestige Collection Hawke's Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Nose: A denser, richer and more complex wine emerges with each new swirl and sniff; savory then fruity and earthy with a tropical fruit and citrus fruits combination - finishing with a leesy savory and earthy quality.

Palate: Reflects what the nose suggests with a savory, juicy and earthy quality that draws the taster in for a closer look. A touch warm (14%abv) so perhaps chill for service. An interesting wine to enjoy soon!
4 Stars

Flying Sheep

Flying Sheep Single Estate Hawke's By Sauvignon Blanc 2010
(Produced by Osawa Wines)
Nose: Striking with green melon, mango and passion fruit then sweet grape fruit and ripe apple.

Palate: Dry, crisp, quite fruity and savory with a dry rock - earthy - quality. A hint of green grass and fresh asparagus make for an interesting expression. Very drinkable on its own, but perhaps a food wine as well - oysters kilpatrick or mussel chowder come to mind.
3 Stars

Incognito

Incognito Prestige Awatere Sauvignon Blanc 2011
(Fine Wine Delivery Company - Akl)
Nose: Sweet herb, dried herb and savory character with gentle tree and tropical fruit aromas.

Palate: Off-dry with a splash of sugar. Quite a luscious juicy palate with more fruit flavors evident after a second and third taste - tree and tropical. A dash of citrus shows off the acidity and hint of minerality. Balanced and well made.
3.5 Stars

Julicher

Julicher Sauvignon Blanc 2011 Martinborough
Nose: Just picked fresh, youthful and fragrant fruits: golden kiwi, gooseberry and red apple, green melon and a hint of pineapple. Bold and attention grabbing. A gentle herbaceous note completes the opening lines to this story.
Palate: Dry, fresh, young. A wine with time on its side: Youthful, crisp, fruity and taut. Medium+ length and finish. A lovely apritif style or with vibrant, crisp and flavorful entrees.
4 Stars

Conspiracy

Conspiracy Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2011
(Bottled for Best Wine Buys Akl)
Nose and Palate: A classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, not too bold, not too fruity, plenty of gooseberry and grassiness to keep even the nastiest of 'Gansters' attention focused. The palate is fruity and just dry with a kick of acidity that adds to the length and finish. Get caught with a glass of this in your hand!
3.5 Stars