September 2021 Wines

For September 2021, the theme for tasting was:

Wines from California.

Wine 1

 

Murphy Goode CHARDONNAY 2018

Chardonnay

Santa Rosa, California USA

This chardonnay is fruit-forward, clean, and has benefitted from barrel ageing which helps to round the wine and add just a touch of richness.  A burst of apple, lemon curd and classic Californian vanilla oak flavours can be detected.

Alcohol 13.5%

Wine 2

 

Robert Mondavi   Buttery Chardonnay 2019

Chardonnay

Napa Valley, California, USA

Buttery Chardonnay is named for the rich, creamy flavours imparted by its distinct winemaking style. The coastal California vineyards deliver lush notes of ripe apple and white peach, balanced with bright, mouth-watering acidity. Malolactic fermentation then enhances the wine’s body and complexity. Aging on French and American oak adds the finishing touches of brown spice and vanilla aromas and notes of toasty brioche to complement the buttery profile.

Alcohol 13.5%

Wine 3

 

Murphy Goode PINOT NOIR 2018

Pinot Noir

California, USA

This Pinot Noir comes from coastal vineyards  of California, including Arroyo Seco, Santa Maria Valley, and Monterey. Cool conditions in these prime growing spots keep grapes at a perfect balance between vibrant dark fruit character and bright acidity. Notes of vanilla from aging in French and American oak add complexity to the intense black cherry aromas and flavours.

Alcohol 13.5%

 

Wine 4

 

Young & Co SUPER FRESH 2018

Zinfandel

California, USA

This  stylish Californian wine is rich and robust with blackberry and blueberry notes and a subtle hint of anise. Imagine the warm Californian sun as you breathe in the aromas of ripe plum, blackberry, black spice and cocoa. Zinfandel fans will appreciate the lingering spicy finish. A medium bodied Zinfandel it is a suitable accompaniment to beef, pork, venison and lamb.

Alcohol 14.5%

 

Wine 5

Robert Mondavi BOURBON AGED 2018

Cabernet Sauvignon

Napa Valley, California, USA
This wine blends the craftsmanship of California winemaking with the Southern tradition of Bourbon Whiskey aging, producing a bold sensory expression. Deep, rich ruby in colour, it opens with concentrated aromas of blackberry cobbler, ripe dark berries, graham cracker, brown sugar, vanilla, milk chocolate, and toasty oak with notes of coffee and smoke.
Flavours of ripe blackberry cobbler, blueberry pie, praline, sweet vanilla custard, brown sugar, caramel, and mocha are accented with hints of coffee and smoke. Soft, chewy tannins and toasty oak round the wine out with a long, lush finish.
 
A superb accompaniment to grilled ribs, a charcuterie board, hearty pasta dishes, and strong cheeses.

Alcohol 14.5%

Sticky 1

 

Geoff Hardy GMH

Noble Sweet White (Blend)

South Eastern Australia

Beautiful deep gold in appearance. Aromas of satsuma, honey, lemon peel, marmalade, dried apricot, white flowers, tea and lemongrass. Luscious! Medium length. Goes well with lemon meringue pie.