Category Archives: Touriga et al

2012 S.C. Pannell Old Vine Garnacha Blend Tinto

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Jeremy Pringle

A blend of Grenache and Touriga, sourced from both McLaren Vale and the Barossa this time round. The last release of the S.C. Pannell Tinto (2010) was labelled solely as McLaren Vale. Fresh, spicy red and black cherries, raspberries and lavender. … Continue reading →

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2013 Three Dark Horses G+T

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

Attractive label, attractive wine. My image doesn’t do it justice but hopefully I’ll fare better with the tasting note. A blend of Grenache and Touriga. Unoaked with a portion of whole bunches incorporated. Has a lifted nose but for some reason I … Continue reading →

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2012 SC Pannell Fleurieu Tempranillo Touriga

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

The third consecutive vintage of Stephen Pannell’s Tempranillo Touriga to provide unbridled pleasure. The blend and the way in which it is handled simply works. Grapes come from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. It’s medium-bodied with savoury edges and lithe … Continue reading →

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2010 Three Dark Horses Shiraz Grenache Touriga

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

The Shiraz and Grenache come from McLaren Vale, the Touriga from Langhorne Creek.  50%, 25% and 25% respectively. Aged for 18 months in new and old French oak. Redcurrants, cherries, minty lift, vanilla and red earth. Spicy and leathery on the palate. … Continue reading →

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2011 SC Pannell Tempranillo Touriga

Posted on March 24, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

I never did taste the much-lauded 2010 version of this blend, but I can’t see much in the way of detrimental effects from the cool, wet 2011 vintage here. It’s a delightfully sessionable wine, medium bodied at most with delicate … Continue reading →

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2010 Vinteloper ADELO

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Jeremy Pringle

David Bowley’s Vinteloper label is rapidly establishing itself as a one to keep a close eye on. His Rieslings, particularly the quirky, complex and delicious ODEON, have led the way but this curious blend of Touriga, Shiraz and Pinot is right up … Continue reading →

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