Shiraz or Syrah has paved its way in Oz as the most planted variety across most, if not all wine regions here in Australia. With styles ranging from medium body Northern Rhône Syrah styles seen as “Old World”, from cooler climates regions with a style of dark berries, floral bouquet often seen as lean and elegant to the high tannin “New World” bold Shiraz black pepper and spice often associated with the fruit concentrate.
There’s a bit of change going on at Clovely Estate. Former winemaker and CEO Luke Fitzpatrick has moved on and taking his place is Sarah Boyce and Stefano Radici. The change doesn’t stop there with the label and logo getting a little shake up here, and I like it!
The Hungry Horse story is an interesting one. Let’s just say it involves a bludging relief teacher and a problem solving task set to kill time. We’ve all had those relief teachers, let’s face it.
Wine glasses will be raised across the Granite Belt for CEO of the Queensland College of Wine Tourism John Neville as he prepares to step down after eight years in the top job.
Aromas of fresh lemon pudding are followed by a taste that is light, dry and fresh but with pleasing weight. Will match well to complex flavoured light foods such as marinara and barbecued dishes.
Andrew Corrigan’s August 2012 Review on Ballandean Estate SSB 2012, Golden Grove Vermentino 2012, Robert Channon Singing Lake Verdelho 2012, Clovely Estate Barbera 2010, Ridgemill Estate Cabernet Malbec Merlot 2009 and Crane Cabernet Shiraz 2010.