Ridge Geyserville Zinfandel
$99.99
An impressive 93 points from renowned wine critic Antonio Galloni at Vinous for the 2012 vintage! The review: "The 2012 Zinfandel Geyserville is quite exuberant in this vintage. Savory herbs, tobacco, smoke, menthol and dark red/blackish-toned fruit burst from the glass in an exotic, juicy Zinfandel-based field blend loaded with personality. The tannins could use another year to soften, but readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off this jewel of a wine. The brisk, energetic finish is incredibly appealing. The blend is 71% Zinfandel, 19% Carignane, 7% Petite Sirah, 1% Alicante Bouschet and 1% Mataro (Mourvèdre)." Oh, and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the 2012 vintage 91 points, too.
d`Arenberg The Stump Jump Red
$19.99
The Stump Jumps are a 'pigeon pair', and are a good example of the result of blending the two backbone varieties of McLaren Vale, Grenache and Shiraz. Both Grenache and Shiraz once called the Rhône Valley home, but after over a hundred years in McLaren Vale, they are pretty well established. Plum flavours from the Grenache combine deliciously with the blackberry, spice and white pepper of the Shiraz.
Domaine Tempier Bandol
$111.99
From a famous producer of excellent Bandol wines: "At Domaine Tempier grapes from our different vineyards are skillfully blended to create this wine, made up of between 70 and 75% Mourvedre (depending on the year) combined with Grenache, Cinsault and a hint (2%) of old Carignan. This fruity, well balanced wine can be enjoyed after 3 or 4 years, but develops extremely pleasant tertiary aromas (leather, animal and undergrowth) with further ageing. The wine’s balance gives it an ageing potential of 15 years or more".
Elio Altare Langhe Nebbiolo DOC
$51.99
One of the top producers in Italy's Piedmont region! Some credit the legendary winemaker Elio Altare with the reason Barolo is now considered one of the world's great wines. This wine is made from the Nebbiolo grape, also used to make Barolo, but it's a fraction of the cost of fine Barolo. Enjoy its delicate notes of red roses and red fruits, and serve with antipasto, pastas with tomato sauce or grilled red meat.
Pra Valpolicella Morandina
$38.99
"One my favorite producers in Veneto," according to Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. "These wines all deliver considerable quality for the money." We can't help but agree! This beautiful red blend is easy to drink and will pair with all kinds of typical Italian cuisine, everything from lasagna to grilled meats.
Ken Wright William Valley Pinot Noir
$55.99
Established in 1994 in Oregon, Ken Wright Cellars produces a single vineyard Pinot Noir from 13 different vineyard sites in the Northern Willamette Valley. This beautiful example will show you why these wines are so beloved!
Masi Serego Alighieri Possessioni Rosso
$20.99
Bright ruby red in colour with violet tinged edges. Full and concentrated on the nose with aromas reminiscent of plums and bilberries. Rich and well rounded on the palate with flavours of plums and a hint of hazelnuts. Well balanced acidity with soft tannins on a long finish.
Clos Des Fous Pour Ma Geule
$31.99
This Chilean read is made predominantly from Cinsault with a small amount of other varietals added, depending on the vintage. It is a very approachable light to medium bodied red with fruit and floral aromas plus a touch of spice and earthiness joining in on the palate.
Mollydooker Blue Eyed Boy Shiraz 16%
$79.99
Coming from the heart of the McLaren Vale, SA, Molly Dooker is focused on producing expressive wines that match their vibrant character. The Blue-eyed Boy Shiraz is sourced from the Coppermine Road, Long Gully Road & Mollydooker Home Block vineyards to promoted the complexity and vibrancy of the wine. This wine is elegant, yet robust with notes of blueberry, dark berries, coffee, black pepper, caramel and hints of vanilla bean. With its full body and it's well defined tannins, this wine is perfect to pair with grilled beef.