So who out there likes sparkling shiraz? Who has ever tried the stuff?
Produced in Australia since the 1830s, it took the country by storm in the last decade and is now the Oz aperitif of choice. This either proves they’re a bunch of red neck heathens, or possibly more willing to experiment than [...]
December 15, 2009 – 6:04 am
I tried two new wines last night, Rico Suter Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot and Wyndam Estate Bin 525 Shiraz Grenache.
Not sure what to make of the Suter wine (from S. Africa.) Firstly it’s 15% which is headed towards vermouth territory. Secondly they recommend serving at 16 degrees.
I’m all in favour of this [...]
March 27, 2008 – 12:06 pm
The white wine, John (and I) was enjoying so much got mentioned off the air. I think I forgot to give it a name on air.
It was Evolution, an Oregon wine by Sokol Blosser. Great wine. Lovely bouquet, with great fruit and acid. Remarkably versatile wine.
The other two wines we drank were:
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