Other Reds
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Trentham Petit Verdot 2004
NZD $19.50
Trentham Petit Verdot 2004 is the 4th release and shows dark vibrant red purple colour with fragrant berry fruits. The palate is spicy, rich, soft and full with fine firm tannins on the finish.
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Clearview Black Reef Blush 2008
NZD $20.00
The 2008 Black Reef Blush is made from the winemakers favourite Chambourcin grape (a French super-hybrid), blended with smaller amounts of Merlot, Malbec, Cab Sauv and Cab Franc. This wine is a delightfully fruity, off-dry rose which fills the mouth with a succulent and creamy array of strawberry, cherry, blackberry and spice that are balanced by a lovely tangy raspberry character and a long, refreshing finish
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Hundred of Joanna 2006
NZD $20.00
Smith & Hooper Hundred of Joanna is a premium red wine from exceptional vineyard sites. The elements of soil and climate at Smith & Hooper have transformed the noble varieties of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz into wines of finesse and distinction. A superbly, elegant wine with a gentle mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz, immediately grabs you by its captivating aromas of eucalyptus and smoky, mocha vanilla oak. With a palate full of bright, vibrant fruit flavours and a nose full of intensity showing hints of spice and fruitcake,the soft tannins and well balanced finish will reward any short to medium term cellaring (5 years).
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Yalumba Bush Vine Grenache 2007
NZD $20.00
Often described as one of Australia’s unsung heroes, Grenache is naturally lighter in colour than Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon but
continually provides us with wonderful, big fruit flavours. Bursting with savoury berry and spice,a slightly higher alcohol level is well-balanced
with fruit and oak, resulting in a unique red wine experience quite unlike that found with the more common varieties. Yalumba Bush Vine Grenache – where elegance and harmony are more important than colour and boldness.
Trentham Petit Verdot 2004 is the 4th release and shows dark vibrant red purple colour with fragrant berry fruits. The palate is spicy, rich, soft and full with fine firm tannins on the finish.
The 2008 Black Reef Blush is made from the winemakers favourite Chambourcin grape (a French super-hybrid), blended with smaller amounts of Merlot, Malbec, Cab Sauv and Cab Franc. This wine is a delightfully fruity, off-dry rose which fills the mouth with a succulent and creamy array of strawberry, cherry, blackberry and spice that are balanced by a lovely tangy raspberry character and a long, refreshing finish
Smith & Hooper Hundred of Joanna is a premium red wine from exceptional vineyard sites. The elements of soil and climate at Smith & Hooper have transformed the noble varieties of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz into wines of finesse and distinction. A superbly, elegant wine with a gentle mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Shiraz, immediately grabs you by its captivating aromas of eucalyptus and smoky, mocha vanilla oak. With a palate full of bright, vibrant fruit flavours and a nose full of intensity showing hints of spice and fruitcake,the soft tannins and well balanced finish will reward any short to medium term cellaring (5 years).
Often described as one of Australia’s unsung heroes, Grenache is naturally lighter in colour than Shiraz or Cabernet Sauvignon but continually provides us with wonderful, big fruit flavours. Bursting with savoury berry and spice,a slightly higher alcohol level is well-balanced with fruit and oak, resulting in a unique red wine experience quite unlike that found with the more common varieties. Yalumba Bush Vine Grenache – where elegance and harmony are more important than colour and boldness.