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In our present state
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Like anything
We present ourselvesThe words we use tumble
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2013 Red Claw Winery Edition Heathcote Vermentino
This year sees the first of the Red Claw “Winery Edition” small batch releases. They will be available through the cellar door and on-premise with the varieties and blends changing from year to year. It seems a good opportunity for … Continue reading
2011 Heathcote Estate Shiraz
The 2011 Heathcote Estate Shiraz has fared exceedingly well given the cool, wet conditions. 40% of the Shiraz grapes were declassified which probably explains how succesful the wine is. Incorporates a small amount of whole bunches which you pretty much … Continue reading
2012 Greenstone Rosso di Colbo Sangiovese
Rosso Di Colbo references the Italian practice of reclassifying certain non-Riserva level wines as Rosso di Montalcino. Colbo is shorthand for Colbinabbin, where the Greenstone vineyard is situated. This is a cracker of an option for current drinking while you … Continue reading
2012 Heathcote Estate Grenache Noir
We don’t see as much straight Grenache from Heathcote as perhaps we might. The only version I’m overly familiar with comes from Jasper Hill…which sits next door to Heathcote Estate. Matured in French oak for 11 months. This smells and tastes as much of … Continue reading
2010 Carlei Green Vineyards Heathcote Shiraz
Sergio Carlei’s wines are usually at the riper end of the spectrum and this 2010 release from Heathcote is no exception. Generosity of flavour with the favourable vintage conditions helping to animate the palate. A mix of fresh and baked … Continue reading
2010 Domaine Chandon Shiraz
Nice to see the Heathcote region from which this is sourced gain some much-needed respite from the vintage gods in 2010. We’re seeing some very good wine come out of it as a result. There’s depth, energy and a bit … Continue reading
2010 Greenstone Heathcote Shiraz
An elegant take on Heathcote Shiraz from a good vintage. Has the structure to go the distance so make sure you give it a good decant if you’re tucking in now. A chassis of high-quality oak frames plums and blackberries. … Continue reading
2010 Greenstone Heathcote Vineyard Sangiovese
This is the reserve release of the Greenstone Sangiovese. It’s aged for 18 months in barriques, 20% new tight grained and low toast Troncais. It does not, as I previously mentioned on another forum, have any Colorino in it. That’s the 2nd … Continue reading
2011 Under & Over Heathcote Shiraz
Pretty good value these Under & Over wines. The Chardonnay is the drawcard but this 2011 Heathcote Shiraz is fair drinking too. Somewhat generic sweet blackberry and plum aromas. The palate offers a more savoury aspect at times with a touch … Continue reading
2012 De Bortoli Windy Peak Heathcote Shiraz
It’s usually the Windy Peak Pinots and Chardonnays that garner most of the praise but this Shiraz deserves its time in the spotlight. It’s not much more than medium bodied but there are plenty of layers and complexity. Flirts with … Continue reading