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RED BOOK of WINE SUMMER 2014 ONLINE STORE NOW OPEN!
The Red Book of Wine
by East End Cellars
Summer 2014
Here it is, our handy pocket size guide to all your summertime vinous needs. It is the result of many hours of hard tasting, a relentless quest to find the best value and most interesting wines available. Inside you'll find many great wines from small producers. People who, like us, have a real passion for what they do and follow a strict ethos of "quality over quantity". Please feel free to pop in, phone or email us for advice anytime. We're here to help and enjoy sharing our knowledge.
Inside this year's issue... Bubbles
Champagne Time..................................................................... Page 2 Another Bubbly Adventure............................................... Page 4
Whites
Light & Bright............................................................................. Page 8 Crisp & Crunchy.......................................................................Page 13
Reds
Fun & Fresh............................................................................... Page 19 Dark & Dynamic................................................................... Page 26 Freight Rates....................................................... Inside Back Cover Single Bottle Club............................................. Inside Back Cover Prices and products are correct at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice. Stocks are available until sold out.
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Bubbles Champagne Time NV Louis Roederer Brut Premier Region: Varietals: Notes:
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Reims, Champagne, France Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier The Roederer NV kicks off with a bang, bursting with classic Champagne character which provides elegance throughout the drinking experience... balance is the key here. A combination of bready aromas and a creamy mousse compliments the delicate fruit, drizzled with honey. A ready to drink non-vintage with incredible length that’s sure to impress! $66ea $59.40 per mixed 6
NV Charles Heidsieck Brut Réserve Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Champagne, France Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier Invigorated Classic New packaging brings life back to one of the classic Champagne producers… With the maximum 40% allowed of reserved wine in the production of this NV, you know they are serious… Immediately this wine takes you to a bakery in the wee hours of the morning with the dough rising in preparation for baking. A crisp, dry palate makes this the perfect Champagne to start the night off right. $55ea $49.50 per mixed 6
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NV Agrapart Blanc de Blancs Region: Variety: Notes:
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Champagne, France Chardonnay Don’t let the clown on the label fool you; this is seriously well made Champagne! There is a real sense of place with this wine; you can almost taste the chalky soils of this almighty region. There is also a great purity and finesse to this wine, the beautiful silky texture of chardonnay made with restraint, it doesn’t disappoint. It is no surprise that this producer has recently become a three star domaine alongside such illustrious names as Krug, EglyOuriet and Selosse. A must have this summer! $72ea $64.80 per mixed 6
NV Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Region: Variety: Notes:
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Reims, Champagne, France Chardonnay From the very first Champagne house, established way back in 1729 comes this delicious Blanc de Blancs. You will find a combination of elegance and refinement in this bottle. A beautifully polished Champagne displaying aromas of freshly toasted croissants with notes of apples and striking floral nuances. A soft creamy mousse flows on the palate with impeccable balance and freshness right through to the finish. $99ea $89.10 per mixed 6
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Another Bubbly Adventure NV Veuve Ambal Cremant de Bourgogne Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Burgundy, France Pinot Noir, Chardonnay French Flair For sparkling fans that like their bubbles stimulating and full flavoured, this cuvée from Burgundy is the wine for you. This is perfect for Champagne drinkers on a budget, with rich toasted brioche, some buttery aromas wafting from the glass and complex citrus notes dancing across the palate. Plenty of French flair with this cuvée … $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
NV Charles Pelletier Burgundy Brut Region: Style: Notes:
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France Easy Going Looking for wallet friendly bubbles with that old world appeal, then look no further... This won’t necessarily take on Salon Champagne in a line up but then again, at this price it’s not meant to… What it delivers for the price though is outstanding. Light, easygoing bubbles blend effortlessly with crunchy apples and tight acidity which leads to a slightly savoury finish. $14ea $12.60 per mixed 6
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2010 Mosquito Hill Blanc de Blancs Region: Fleurieu Peninsula, SA Winemaker: Peter Leske, Mike Waller, Glyn Jamieson Style: Serious, Aussie Bubbles Notes: A stunning example of 100% juicy
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Chardonnay forming some serious bubbles from a young and definitely up & coming region. Toasted bread and butter waft out of the glass with touches of honey, whilst the palate is a refreshing mix of quince, melons, and a twist of lemon. A session bubbles with complexity. $27ea $24.30 per mixed 6
NV Simon Greenleaf Region: Variety: Style: Notes:
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Adelaide Hills, SA Chardonnay Complex & Creamy Incredible value here with this Methode Traditionelle bubbles from Simon Greenleaf. Simon has been working in the game for over 25 years, with 30 vintages worldwide under his belt; across three continents‌ He knows his stuff! Presenting intricate notes of crisp crunchy pear and tight acidity but with a soft creamy mousse balancing the palate out. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
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NV Dunes & Greene Region: Style: Notes:
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South Australia Value Town! The non-vintage Dunes & Greene would like to welcome you all to value town! The hallmark of this wine is its balance; the subtle yeast aromas and tight acidity work so well with the fresh fruit salad (apples and strawberries dominating the palate) finishing up with a crisp, tight and very refreshing touch. We all need a bargain don’t we! $13ea $11.70 per mixed 6
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NV Guerrieri Rizzardi Prosecco Region: Style: Notes:
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Veneto, Italy Dry & Delicious Prosecco is often thought of as a sweet, cheap bubbly from Northern Italy, but in fact there are some brilliant examples of drier styles, like this winner from Rizzardi. Focussed and calm fruit alludes to a vibrant palate that delivers clean and oh so fresh peaches and melons, with a revitalizing crisp citrus finish. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
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NV Henry’s Drive 'Scarlet Letter' Sparkling Shiraz Region: Padthaway, SA Winemaker: Renae Hirsch Style: A Must for Christmas Notes: Sparkling Shiraz is one
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of the unsung heroes of the Australian Wine industry. Often it's shot down, but it is a wine we produce like no other country. The 'Scarlet Letter' provides everything we love about this style with dark, rich berries plus a nice touch of spice. The sweetness is apparent and important to the overall balance but not over the top. Of course it wouldn't be a Red Book if we didn't have something to recommend for the traditional Christmas turkey! $20ea $18 per mixed 6
2011 Sidewood ‘Isabella’ Rose Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Adelaide Hills, SA Pinot Noir, Chardonnay Fun & Flirty This is a perfect example of how a sparkling rosé can be pretty and sweet without the overload of sugar… The sweetness here lies in the gorgeous, delicate red fruits. A lively little rosé showing composure and grace. Slight toasty aromas hide in the background with strawberries and cream leading the flavour spectrum… Good times! $22ea $19.80 per mixed 6
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Whites Light & Bright 2013 Golding ‘The Local’ Sauvignon Blanc Region: Adelaide Hills, SA Winemaker: Michael Sykes Style: Nice & Easy Notes: Here we have a perfect
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example of a fun, fresh Sauvignon Blanc that provides everything you need in a crisp, dry summertime white. This wine shows great composure with clean, cut grass and tropical fruits without looking too herbaceous or sweet. A nice crunchy finish seals the deal adding refreshment which adds to the ease of consumption. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
2012 Windflower Sauvignon Blanc Region: Style: Notes:
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Marlborough, New Zealand Classic Kiwi A full flavoured and amazing value Marlborough Savvy here! No under-ripe, green characters with this guy. This is a succulent, tropical number yet still controlled and maintaining composure. Amongst the tide of NZ Sauvignon Blanc that we are awash with, this Windflower is one that stands out and we are more than happy to recommend... A genuine and honest wine. $17ea $15.30 per mixed 6 Page 8
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2012 Xanadu ‘Next of Kin’ Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Region: Margaret River, WA Winemaker: Glenn Goodall Style: Crispy & Zesty Notes: The ‘Next of Kin’ range
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from Xanadu embodies a new generation of wines released from the brand, using modern and advanced winemaking. Such an easy drinking “classic dry white” that shows great balance of zesty limes and lemons with a clean crisp finish - Seriously good value and not to be overlooked. $15ea $13.50 per mixed 6
2013 Pike & Joyce Sauvignon Blanc BUY ONLINE
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2011 Ophalum Albarino Region: Style: Notes:
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Rias Baixas, Spain Impeccable Import 'Fun, fresh and easy going' pretty much sums up this wine. This is a ‘fruit box’ for adults. Flavours of fresh pears and white nectarines with a citrus kiss providing crunch. A sea breeze revitalises the palate adding to the ease of consumption. Whilst you may feel inclined, we do not recommend drinking this through a straw… $22ea $19.80 per mixed 6
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2013 clos Clare Riesling Region: Clare Valley, SA Winemakers: Tom & Sam Barry Style: Fresh & Aromatic Notes: They’ve done it again!
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The Barry Bro’s have delivered another beautifully balanced, classic Clare Valley Riesling. The hallmark for this vintage is the coverage of fruit on the palate, along with controlled citrus that is generous and refreshing, almost sorbet like. A consistant favourite at EEC for its drinkability from the word go, as well as structure to age gracefully for many years to come. $24ea $21.60 per mixed 6
2013 St Johns Road ‘Peace of Eden’ Riesling Region: Eden Valley, SA Winemaker: Christa Deans Style: Power with purity Notes: There’s something
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special about Eden Valley Riesling when it’s done right. That classic ‘slatey’ texture from the sandstone in the soil working in harmony with a lively blend of green apples and lime is something to savour. The 2013 ‘Peace of Eden’ from St Johns Road exhibits these qualities to perfection. This is a Riesling of power and purity with delicate, precise tannin offering that little bit extra. $17ea $15.30 per mixed 6 Page 10
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2012 Salomon Wieden & Berg Grüner Veltliner Region: Kremstal, Austria Winemaker: Bert Salomon Style: Fragrant & Crunchy Notes: The popularity of Grüner
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Veltliner in Australia grows at a rapid pace thanks to the combination of some great locally made interpretations and inspiring Grüners from its homeland, Austria. Aromatically haunted with dried rose petals and an array of fragrant spices. This wine from Salomon stamps its authority with a lovely balance of delicate, pure fruit and an oily, crunchy texture. Pick your favourite seafood and drink this wine with confidence… you will not be disappointed. $30ea $27 per mixed 6
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2013 Wilson ‘Watervale’ Riesling Region: Clare Valley, SA Winemaker: Daniel Wilson Style: Classic Clare Notes: A brilliant effort
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from the Wilson family with this ready to consume Watervale Riesling. Bursting with invigorating lime, a touch of blossom, green apple and balanced by a lovely bright finish. A sure fire hit for this year's Summer of Riesling... $19ea $17.10 per mixed 6
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2012 Telmo Rodriguez ‘Basa’ Blanco Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Rueda, Spain Verdejo, Sauvignon Blanc and Viura Summer Lunches We’re pretty much certain Telmo Rodriguez had long summer lunches in mind while making this wine. This is fun and serious all rolled into one. Think of a reverse mullet… “Party up front, business at the back”. An abundance of fresh apples and citrus fruits get this moving quickly, whilst a savoury line brings intrigue and completes the package. You will be pouring that second glass before you know it. $23ea $20.70 per mixed 6
2013 Peter Lehmann H&V Pinot Gris BUY ONLINE
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2013 Cake Pinot Gris
Region: Adelaide Hills, SA Winemaker: Sarah Fletcher Style: Burst of brightness Notes: Drinkability plus with
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this Pinot Gris from the exciting and creative crew at Cake. First up you see all those typical crispy, perky fruits of nashi-pears and melon associated with Gris, but it’s the refreshing burst of juicy fresh harvest summer fruits on the mid-palate and grippy finish that makes this wine standout from the crowd. Clever stuff. $18ea $16.20 per mixed 6 Page 12
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Crisp & Crunchy 2011 Muros Antigos Loureiro Region: Style: Notes:
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Vinho Verde, Portugal All-rounder Loureiro is a striking variety from Portugal that produces crunchy dry white wines. With this example we see a light golden hue illuminating from the glass. Orange blossom scents lead the way to a waxy palate with honeydew melon and macadamia nuts. Where this wine shines is in its ability to show versatility, complementing food and yet looking great on its own. An ultimate all-rounder white with intrigue built in. $26ea $23.40 per mixed 6
2013 Skillogalee Gewurztraminer BUY ONLINE
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2012 Adelina Arneis BUY ONLINE
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2012 Bernhard Ott Am Berg Grüner Veltliner BUY ONLINE
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2012 Tinpot Hut Pinot Gris
Region: Marlborough, New Zealand Winemaker: Fiona Turner Style: True To Form Notes: Fiona Turner is producing some
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fantastic wines under her own label Tinpot Hut, thanks to the fruit selection sourced from highly skilled and dedicated growers that Fiona has worked closely with for years. With this Gris, it’s all about the mouthfeel as it defines the wines persona: exotic fruits and spice creating crunchy consistency. The wine is carried home by some exquisite fruit sweetness making it a complete package. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
2012 Zuccolo Pinot Grigio Region: Style: Notes:
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Friuli Grave, Italy Sassy & Refreshing Just like the best Italian food, keeping things simple works for wine too. If you have the best produce possible and have been using the same recipe for years, why change things? Pinot Grigio is not supposed to be complicated, it’s made simply to be a refreshing, crisp dry white and the ’12 Zuccolo nails the brief. Abound with fresh apples and pears working with a soft delicate texture and nice savoury lines. Don’t think about it, just drink it! $17ea $15.30 per mixed 6 Page 14
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2012 Corte Giara Soave Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Veneto, Italy Garganega, Chardonnay Wild Aromatics Corte Giara is a second label for Italian wine giants Allegrini - their aim being to create wines more approachable in their youth and for a great price too. History and heritage all lead to excellent results here. A remarkable aroma reminiscent to a meadow of wild flowers leads to an easy drinking wine with white peaches and a nice dry finish. $17ea $15.30 per mixed 6
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2013 Kaesler ‘Stonehorse’ Palomino Region: Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Reid Bosward Style: Intriguing Notes: Hailing from Spain,
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Palomino is best known for being fortified and producing sherry however it can also produce a lovely dry white. Interestingly, it is also one of the oldest white wine varietals growing in the Barossa Valley. Kaesler’s fruit, planted in 1961 makes an especially refreshing example with delicate stone fruits and a hint of lime, aided by a lean, dry texture keeping things quite fascinating. Not just a curio. $21ea $18.90 per mixed 6
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2013 SC Pannell ‘Aromatico’
Region: Adelaide Hills, SA Winemaker: Stephen Pannell Varietals: Gewürztraminer and Riesling Style: Complex & Layered Notes: We’re beginning to think there
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is no limit to Stephen Pannell’s winemaking prowess. He stamped his name in the industry producing classic Aussie reds from the Vale, then it was his bright young wines from the Hills that took our attention and now he produces this intriguing little number... An incredible array of floral aromas that could only compare to a florists shop in the spring, whilst the palate is a complex array of apricot, lychee and pear with hints of musk, ginger and a touch of fruit sweetness to add interest. Intelligent and user friendly. $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
2013 Scott Fiano
Region: Adelaide Hills, SA Winemaker: Sam Scott Style: Benchmark Fiano Notes: In a very short time
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Sam Scott has become the yardstick for his work with Fiano in Australia. Sam manages to express true varietal characteristics and delivers a lovely expressive dry white. The balance between the rich stone fruits with the perfect acid structure, works flawlessly. Texture from skin contact just adds to the party vibe in this classy drop. $23ea $20.70 per mixed 6 Page 16
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2012 Battle of Bosworth Chardonnay Region: McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Joch Bosworth Style: Organic Masters Notes: Here’s a testament
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to organic viticulture and how arduous work in the vineyard can lift a variety not normally associated with an appellation, and propel it forward. You’ll find here a complex aroma with that ‘struck match’ nose that is all the rage with Aussie Chardy at the moment. From there the complexity builds on the palate with a flinty texture, emerging with slivered almonds and lemon peel. ‘Vale Chard can indeed work. $24ea $21.60 per mixed 6
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2012 Seppelt Jaluka Chardonnay Region: Henty, VIC Winemaker: Adam Carnaby Style: Pure Class Notes: Wow! This little
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Jaluka showcases a perfect balance of classic cool climate Chardonnay with brilliantly integrated and very classy oak. This white shows great class and poise with fantastic drive but never goes over the top. Notes of nectarine and lemon sorbet are working in unison, suggesting lovely freshness and effortless travel. Highly sophisticated... $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
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2001 Marc Bredif Vouvray Region: Variety: Style: Notes:
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Loire Valley, France Chenin Blanc Dinner Party Specialist Marc Bredif wines are well celebrated in the Loire Valley for producing some of the best Chenin Blanc in Vouvray, legendary for their ability to age for many, many years. Bredif’s 2001 Vouvray is a current release (yes current release) that still displays a fresh, nervy side whilst building complex layers of honey and dried fruits. This is an incredible wine that will impress to the highest degree at your next dinner party. $33ea $29.70 per mixed 6
2010 Chateau Filhot Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Sauternes, France Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc & Muscadelle Seamless Sticky With over 300 years of experience making the one wine, Chateau Filhot have just about perfected the art and the value still astounds us... The perfect sticky is all about balance. Yes it must be sweet but how well that sugar works with the acidity and most importantly the fruit, defines truly great dessert wines and that’s exactly what you find here. $33ea $29.70 per mixed 6
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Reds Fun & Fresh 2012 Terra Sancta ‘Mysterious Diggings’ Pinot Noir
Region: Bannockburn, Central Otago, New Zealand Winemaker: Jen Parr Style: Smooth & Calm Notes: When you put words like ‘single vineyard’
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Pinot and Central Otago together you generally expect a hefty price point… Thankfully this bucks the trend. Definitive Otago flavours of cherry stalks and beetroot with punnets of fresh strawberries thrown in creates a calm and lifted fruit spectrum. This wine is long, lavish and quite welcoming from the word go. $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
2012 Le Chat Noir
Region: Aude Valley, France Winemaker: Vincent Charleux Variety: Pinot Noir Style: Supple & Bright Notes: What’s not to like here?
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French Pinot, that actually looks like Pinot for under twenty bucks! Distinctive sweet bright fruit dictates the show, loaded with wild red berries and some floral hints. Pretty and rather clever and at this price point it’s a sure thing for the warmer months ahead. $18ea $16.20 per mixed 6
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2012 Dalrymple Pinot Noir Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Tasmania Peter Caldwell Elegant & Expressive Dalrymple winemaker Peter Caldwell portrays Pinot perfectly... “When grown and handled correctly – a challenge in itself – it is the perfect example of what wine should be: completely reflective of its environment.” The Tassie conditions are rightly suited to Pinot Noir as expressed in this wine... Elegant, summer red fruits of plums and cherry with soft tannin. This is a great preface into the wonderful world of Pinot Noir. $30ea $27 per mixed 6
2011 Bouchard Bourgogne Rouge Region: Burgundy, France Winemaker: Philippe Prost Style: Serious value Notes: There’s a very good
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reason why Bouchard is one of our top selling Burgundy producers; their consistency for producing great wines from their Grand Cru level to Village reds are second to none. Built on heady aromatics of cherry and raspberry there are understated earthy tones that provide a more serious frame. The same fruit characters continue on the palate in a generous fashion and with great depth. Excellent length just adds to the value of this wine... $38ea $34.20 per mixed 6 Page 20
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2012 Peter Lehmann H&V Tempranillo Region: Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Andrew Wigan Style: Bright & Smooth Notes: The concept of Hill
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and Valley range from Peter Lehmann was created to illustrate the diversity of the ancient soils surrounding the winery, providing the base for great wines that speak of their origins. Here they have a lovely Tempranillo that is full-bodied, yet very easy to drink. A balanced and smooth palate is optimised by shades of cherry, cola and dried herbs, making a perfect wine for a barbecued steak sandwich. $19ea $17.10 per mixed 6
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2012 Molino Loco Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Yecla, Spain Monastrell & Shiraz Character Building The Casta単o family has 410 hectares of vineyards in Yecla in south eastern Spain. The Molino Loco wines take their name from the windmill (Molino) that sits on the edge of the family vineyards. This cool Monastrell (aka Mataro, aka Mourvedre) has bucket loads of character from black plum and cherries to savoury dryness. All in all, this wine demonstrates the superb value Casta単o has to offer. $13ea $11.70 per mixed 6
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2012 Tim Smith GSM Region: Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Tim Smith Style: Absolute Stunner! Notes: What a wine! There
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is so much vibrancy and life hiding in this bottle just itching to burst out. Instantly you’ll see violets and macerated mulberries dancing around the palate. Layers of pepper, black fruits and some toasty oak strike a real chord in the mid-palate. Smooth, seamless and beautifully balanced right through to the end, this is a truly awesome wine. $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
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2013 Spring Vale ‘Melrose’ Pinot Noir BUY ONLINE
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2011 Yangarra GSM
Region: McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Peter Fraser Style: Bright & Spicy Notes: Over the past couple
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of years, Pete and the team at Yangarra have been producing some outstanding wines and this is no exception… a credit to all. As we taste through hundreds of samples to select the best for the Red Book we see some great wines, a few bad wines too and then there are wines like this that you just want to drink, not taste & analyse, just drink it. A medium bodied blend that’s got a bit of everything; bright red fruits, spice, pepper, elegant soft tannins. This is an unbelievable, effortless drink. Yum. $28ea $25.20 per mixed 6
2012 Burlotto Pelaverga di Verduno Region: Piedmont, Italy Winemaker: Fabio Alessandria Style: Enticing Curio Notes: Pelaverga is a little
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known grape variety, grown in extremely minute quantities in the Verduno and Saluzzo regions of Piedmont. Burlotto’s interpretation is one of the best examples we have seen; it produces a wonderful light red with a lifted strawberry perfume. An enticing and fine wine with bright fruits and captivating spice. You could serve this slightly chilled on a warm day too. Lithe and pretty, this red will seduce you. $32ea $28.80 per mixed 6
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2012 Coriole Sangiovese Region: McLaren Vale Winemaker: Alex Sherrah Style: Pioneer Wine Notes: We love what Coriole
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produce and we are especially partial to their “Italian Chapter” range of wines. They are the pioneers for Sangiovese in Australia, planting the Tuscan grape back in 1985. Year after year this wine is not just one of the best examples of Australian Sangiovese, it’s one of the best value too. Soft fruit with a touch of beef stock and a nice grip put this wine high on the drinkability scale. $23ea $20.70 per mixed 6
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2011 Fattoria di Bagnolo Chianti Colli Fiorentini Region: Style: Notes:
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Tuscany, Italy Radiant & Easy Going Chiantis can look very different and come in many different forms. This example, from fruit close to Florence is an absolute pleasure to drink, as it’s refreshing and very clean. Light on its feet, it shows lifted cherries and pepper that match the dusty fine-grained tannins. A joyous, radiant Italian red with smooth travel and a persistent finish that is sure to please. $27ea $24.30 per mixed 6 Page 24
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2010 Perrin Côtes du Rhône Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Rhône Valley, France Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre Rich & Commanding The Perrin family are icons of the Rhône Valley; producing wines from the entry level to the high end of the scale. Here we see true class and breeding from a top producer, in an outstanding vintage for the Rhône Valley. Strong, rich fruit, brilliantly balanced, this is perfectly backwards. Drawing on the serious and spicy side the Perrin screams out for food. $24ea $21.60 per mixed 6
2011 Mont-Redon Côtes du Rhône Region: Varietals: Style: Notes:
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Rhône Valley, France Grenache & Shiraz Classy & Comprehensive We fell in love with the MonRedon Côtes du Rhône a few years ago now and have never looked back. A slight change of name, a screw-cap and a fancy new label with the 2011 just adds to the classiness of this wine. A classic example of a well made Côtes du Rhône; abound with deep, rich red fruits. Spicy undertones with a touch of licorice add to the complexity of this wine. $22ea $19.80 per mixed 6
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Dark & Dynamic 2012 Maxwell Four Roads Grenache Region: McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Mark Maxwell Style: Luscious & Smooth Notes: This is a great example
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of McLaren Vale Grenache. Medium to full-bodied this wine ticks the boxes. It has the luscious richness and spice that is synonymous with McLaren Grenache, combine this with a luxurious, smooth finish and you have a winner. All of these attributes put together make this wine extremely food friendly either with some charcuterie or a Sunday lamb roast you simply can’t go wrong. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
2012 Three Dark Horses Grenache Region: McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Matt Broomhead Style: Sweet & Savoury Notes: It’s always exciting
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to discover new producers and these guys really stood out for us with their varietal expression for each wine, but this Grenache was a real highlight. From 70 year old, dry-grown, bush vines this wine displays lovely red fruits with a touch of spice and musk. There is of course a serious side to this wine, but the juicy, fruited nature makes it quite easy to drink… Fine tannins seal the deal. $23ea $20.70 per mixed 6 Page 26
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2012 Teusner ‘Independent’ Shiraz Mataro Region: Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Kym Teusner Style: Lavish & Silky Notes: Kym Teusner and his
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brilliant ‘Independent’ Shiraz Mataro are no strangers to the Red Book of Wine, having made an appearance two years ago. This year we found it hard to ignore its star qualities; it’s also quite warming to know he still produces a wine only for us ‘little guys’. Lavish and attractive flavours of blackberry, plum, a touch of chocolate cake and licorice create a marvellously silky, smooth palate. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
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2009 Quinta Do Mondego Varietals:
Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, Jaen, Tinta Roriz $35ea $31.50 per mixed 6
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2012 Bellwether Shiraz Malbec Region: Wrattonbully, Winemaker: Sue Bell Notes: What we love
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about Sue Bell’s wines is the purity of fruit and the definition of the varieties she works with. This fabulous Shiraz Malbec flows on the palate in a soft sleek manner but still with dark, powerful fruits and fine tannin. There is such an easy feel to this wine, dare we say effortless, that makes it so easy to drink. Lovely… $26ea $23.40 per mixed 6
2011 Rudderless Graciano Region: McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Pete Fraser Notes: The man behind Rudderless
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Wines is Mr Doug Govan - the publican at one of the greatest pubs in Australia, The Victory Hotel. With Doug’s passion for wine and vineyards surrounding the pub, the Rudderless label was inevitable. Utilising the skills of winemaker Pete Fraser (Yangarra), the wines have been well received from day one. This Graciano is no exception… spicy and generous fruit loaded with personality. If you’ve never tried this grape, here is the perfect start. $30ea $27 per mixed 6
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2012 Kirrihill Nebbiolo
Region: Clare Valley, SA Winemaker: Hamish Seabrook Style: Full Flavoured Notes: Easily the most surprising
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wine from our blind tasting selection. Clare Valley and Nebbiolo aren’t normally two things we’d associate together but after trying this wine we're wondering why not? The classic Neb rose-petal scent combines with an earthy, pine forest aroma. The palate is medium bodied but full in flavour with fantastic cherry notes, Chinese five-spice and clove, all complemented by some wonderful chalky tannin to boot! $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
2012 Jed Malbec Region: Style: Notes:
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Mendoza, Argentina Meat Lover's Delight With vintage experience in Australia, France, North and South America, three young Aussie winemakers find themselves in the Uco Valley in Mendoza, Argentina, producing a series of wines that express the unique characters of this acclaimed region. And the noblest grape in this region is Malbec. This is a classic example with dense, rich fruit at the front complimented by dried spices and chewy tannins. $20ea $18 per mixed 6
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2012 St Hallett ‘Black Clay’ Shiraz Region: Barossa Valley, SA Winemakers: Stuart Blackwell & Toby Barlow Style: Blockbuster Barossa Notes: Value plus with this drop from
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Barossa stalwarts St Hallett. The fruit comes from two vineyards in the Barossa Valley floor where the black Biscay soils impose the dark charms of black fruits and a rich earthiness. This wine is exactly what Barossa Shiraz should look, smell and taste like. It presents all the Shiraz trademarks of dark plums and blackberries, lifted violet aromas and savoury complexity sculpted together with some clever use of oak. $16ea $14.40 per mixed 6
2012 Shaw+Smith Shiraz
Region: Adelaide Hills, SA Winemaker: Martin Shaw & Adam Wadewitz Style: Majestic & Marvellous Notes: This is a textbook effort of silky-soft
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Adelaide Hills Shiraz, which by the way is growing in popularity at a rate of knots. A structural and rich palate that shows great travel with sophistication and vibrancy to boot. Amidst the cool fruits this wine is seasoned well with pepper and cloves. This is a great food wine with stunning complexity... Benchmark stuff. $44ea $39.60 per mixed 6 Page 30
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2012 Axiom Shiraz Region Clarendon, SA Winemaker: Stephen Clarke Notes: Stephen Clarke
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has mastered the art of producing a ‘Bargain Buy Wine’. Last year his Sauvignon Blanc blew us away and now he hits the mark with his Shiraz at the same price point. Hailing from the Clarendon area, this Shiraz combines the best of both worlds being situated between the Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale. It shows signs of that cooler climate feel with some lovely lifted pepper notes doing their thing, all with great structure and finishing off with some nice dusty tannin. Sensational value! $14ea $12.60 per mixed 6
2012 Head Red Shiraz Region Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Alex Head Style: Slick & Savoury Notes: For Alex Head, 2012
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is one of those dream vintages to work with. The slightly forward nature of the vintage with lots of opulent Barossa fruit, combined with his leaner style of winemaking and whole-bunch methods have yielded amazing results. There is still plenty of power and structure but also clever restraint and savoury connotations. Pepper and Spice build the layers of a rather welcoming medium bodied palate, composed with red fruits and firm tannins. This is a very crafty and bright wine, bravo Alex, bravo. $23ea $20.70 per mixed 6
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2012 Two Hands ‘Gnarly Dudes’ Shiraz Region Barossa Valley, SA Winemaker: Ben Perkins Style: Full Throttle Notes: The title of this wine
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refers to the gnarly old vines of the western Barossa, not a bunch of dudes with surfboards. But let’s face it; it is quite a gnarly wine. Credit where credit is due, as Two Hands have been consistently releasing wines of quality for many years. With hints of anise and raspberry on the palate and a lingering finish, this is a wine that over delivers without breaking the bank. A perfect accompaniment to a classic dish like Chateaubriand with bearnaise sauce. $25ea $22.50 per mixed 6
2012 Gemtree ‘Bloodstone’ Shiraz Region McLaren Vale, SA Winemaker: Mike Brown Style: Generous & Complex Notes: The fruit for this is
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sourced from a combination of two of Gemtree’s oldest vineyards in the ‘Vale' on Tatachilla Road and from Gemtree's home block. An intricate wine with great layers, that is more than generous for its price point! The 2012 ‘Bloodstone’ displays numerous coats of fruit working amicably with some lovely oak providing great tannins and structure. $19ea $17.10 per mixed 6 Page 32
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2011 Howard Park Miumup Cabernet Sauvignon Region Margaret River, WA Winemaker: Janice McDonald Style: Poised & Vibrant Notes: Is Cabernet making a
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comeback? Probably not, but when you try this little gem you may think there’s a good chance. You can always trust the team at Howard Park to deliver on value, so there’s no excuse not to try this puppy. This Cab is bright and tight with plenty of fruit on the finish, with a lifted, vibrant kick of blueberry, fine tannins and spice. An excellent, balanced dry red that's true to the variety with terrific length. $24ea $21.60 per mixed 6
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2010 Ottelia Cabernet Sauvignon Region Coonawarra, SA Winemaker: John Innes Style: Definitive Coonawarra Notes: A classic Coonawarra Cab
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here! This is a dense, authoritative and quite resounding example of Cabernet that reminds us why the region produces this variety so well. The tannins are firm and polished whilst supporting the usual suspects of deep cassis and leafiness associated with this area. This is a wine that’s hard to ignore. $27ea $24.30 per mixed 6
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