2019 La Cima Tannat

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Smoke on the Water: Deep Purple. Mysterious and enticing nose of juicy forest fruits. ‘The woods are lovely, dark and deep’ with Black fruit, brown cardamom and generous wisps phantasmic smoke on the back palate. A bastille-like tannin structure tightly holding back the depth of concentrated fruit, waiting to be released at length. Grilled Meats or hearty dishes as warm companions. Barbeque Asado meats with Chorizo and chimichurri, Beef Bourguignon or slow-cooked stews. In for the long game.

14.4%

2019 La Cima Sangiovese

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Liquid Ruby. Colourful, Candied fruit nose with hints of Rose Petal, Red-Currant and Sweet Maraschino Cherry. Medium-bodied with a weighted acidity, youthful drying tannins and a lengthy, ripe finish. Vibrant and juicy with a clean, dry cut. Break out the hard Cheese and Antipasto or the classic Pizza Margherita. Get into it up to 2025.

14.6%

2019 La Cima Nebbiolo

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Blushed Sienna red. Youthfully fragrant and vibrant with intriguing rose petal, Anise and hints of warm terracotta. Light body and fruit weight with tart red currant, dried herbs, soft leather and delicate jujube. Fresh-fruit acid flowing onto powdery tannins for a moderately comfortable, and lengthy finish. Compliment with Prawn Linguini, Pasta Primavera or contrast with Matured Blue Cheese, creamy brie and Antipasto. Ready to drink now.

13.3%

2019 La Cima Barbera

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Deep Alizarin Crimson. Intriguing Nose with Tart Morello, Cranberry and earthy Mineral. Lovely weight with Rich acidity shouldering slightly above concentrated plump red fruits to round out the palate. Fruit giving way to Determined tannins for a lengthy, textural finish. Pair with Tomato Alla Romana Dishes: Bolognese, Slow-cooked Ragu, Porcini Tagliatelle. Rich. Red. Ready. 2025

14.6%

2018 The Lurnea

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Cabernet sauvignon 25% Merlot 25% Tannat 25% Petit Verdot 21% Cabernet Franc 4%

A Bordeaux-styled blend. Dense Crimson and indigo. Aromatic opening with hints of earthy spice and dark fruit berries. Inherently complex on the palate with plush tannins, subtle herbaceous notes and Rounded oak integration to finish (25% new). Classic French fare to pair. Think butter-basted steak, Green beans with garlic and potato gratin. Maturity improves us all. 2040.

14.1%

2018 Tannat

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Concentrated, Dense and inky Purples. Forrest fruits with whiffs of Brown-spices and mineral. Formidable tannin structure encasing tightly packed fruit richness.   Full-bodied but rounded nicely with a long, long drying finish. Hearty, flavourful dishes as companions. Think Duck Confit, Bourguignon or Winter stews. In for the long game.

13.7%

2018 Shiraz Viognier

Price: $ 150

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TASTING NOTE:

Majestic scarlet and vibrant red. Floral opening with immediate Rose, violet and apricot. Rich red fruits complimented with aged oak (50% new), cassis and white pepper. Lovely natural acidity balanced with velvety but assured tannins that should see this wine look to the future. Compliment with braised or grilled meats such as Beef short-rib, Moroccan lamb or eye fillet. Rewarding maturity up to 2040. 10% Viognier.

13.6%

 

95/100 James Halliday Wine Companion

2018 Shiraz

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Scarlet and ruby red. Lovely opening with Raspberry, blackberry and delicate rose. White pepper proceeds the palate to medium-bodied aromatics and a subtle oak integration (33% new). tensive but charming tannin structure with a youthfully lengthy finish. best paired with Charred or roasted red meats. Elegance awaits up to 2040.

13.2%

2018 Mourvedre

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Deep violet and velvet hues. Blueberry and plum with a touch of smoky black pepper and vanilla on the nose. Youthful acids balancing vibrant fruits and Rich Tannins with fruit sweetness to finish. Pair this up with glazed pork, baked chicken with vegetables or other classic rustic dishes. Lots of life up to 2030.

14.6%

2018 La Cima Sangiovese

Price: $ 90

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TASTING NOTE:

Garnet on the darker side. Sweet cherry, cranberry and floral notes on the nose. Medium-bodied, well-balanced acidity with ripe, earthy tannins to finish. Vibrant, juicy fruit while youthful. Give a good decant and enjoy with wood-fired pizza or Charcuterie and hard cheese. Young at heart. Up to 2025.

14.2%