Category Archives: Gamay et al

2012 De Bortoli Act Four Syrah Gamay

More dark fruited generosity than the 2011 model although there are still raspberry and cherry highlights. Not quite as spicy either, but still delicious. I’m a fan of both vintages. Soft, perfumed, juicy, floral and gluggable without any dumbing down. … Continue reading

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2011 De Bortoli La Boheme Act Four Syrah Gamay

I’ve always liked the La Boheme labels but gosh this one looks smashing on a bottle of red. Of course, it’s what’s inside that counts. And it’s a winner there too. Sessionable wine, not quite as impressive as the 2011 De Bortoli Vinoque … Continue reading

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2012 Eldridge Estate PTG

A blend of equal parts Gamay and Pinot Noir, thus the name PTG – a reference to Bourgogne Passetoutgrains, a cuvée of the two grapes. It’s typically big on drinkability with less emphasis on complexity – a wine designed to … Continue reading

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