Same decanterI really like a big and gutsy Barossa Shiraz but occasionally it's good to go somewhere else.
Tonight I decided to visit the Hunter and try something in a different style.
A subtle style with delicate tannins, a hint of spice. I'm sure I could have left it a few more years but it's drinking nicely now.
Being more subdued, this Shiraz could easily be enjoyed during the warmer months, I doubt it would blow your head off.
By the way, I really like my $11 lab flask as a decanter.
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I have seen these for sale at wineries for $35. I simply went to a laboratory supplier in Thebarton (?) and paid much less.Same decanter![]()
Went to a degustation a few years back in Manly, all courses paired with De Iulis. Many good winesI really like a big and gutsy Barossa Shiraz but occasionally it's good to go somewhere else.
Tonight I decided to visit the Hunter and try something in a different style.
A subtle style with delicate tannins, a hint of spice. I'm sure I could have left it a few more years but it's drinking nicely now.
Being more subdued, this Shiraz could easily be enjoyed during the warmer months, I doubt it would blow your head off.
By the way, I really like my $11 lab flask as a decanter.
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So we are out enjoying another great night at Olive Tree and some clown thinks Astralis best consumed out of a water glass:
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Now as Cecelia says - ‘What happens at Olive Tree stays at Olive Tree’ - so please do not even try toqazquizz me who this clown was!![]()
Oh, how was the Meshack? 2012 was generally a very good year so I was thinking it might be still a bit young?
Oh, how was the Meshack? 2012 was generally a very good year so I was thinking it might be still a bit young?
Much life left in it Steady or drink now?Cracked a ‘15 Dry Country tonight- it’s developed a lot since I tried it at the CD. Full bodied, slightly raisiny and something I can’t put a name to but I like it. powdery, slightly drying tannins, juicy acidity, medium to long finish.
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I dont think its over the hill but I will drink my other 2 in the next 2-4 years. (could also be bottle variation)Much life left in it Steady or drink now?
are you back in Tassie?Another cold,bleak day in paradise