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TonyD45 said:
Hi I'm a new comer here. Tasted the Glenlofty Shiraz Viognier last night. Very unique wine, clearly not for every palate. But after proper decanting I really enjoyed it. Strong vanilla nose and some of the smoothest tannin I tasted in a while. Should improve heaps with age. Keen to hear other comment. Cheers.
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The impact of the viognier may be the issue here-palates may not be used to it...is ut too funky? Or is there another apt adjective?
 
Hi TonyD45 and welcome to AFF. Look forward to some more reports from you.
Have a look at this thread too.

As for Shiraz Viognier, I don't mind it. Even as little as 2% can add another dimension which, as you say, some may not like.
Glenlofty make some good stuff so when my budget recovers I may keep an eye out for the SV.
 
beefarmer said:
The impact of the viognier may be the issue here-palates may not be used to it...is ut too funky? Or is there another apt adjective?
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Def not funky. I'm sure the Viognier will become more subtle with age, but even now provides an interesting enhancement, rather than a shock.

I really enjoyed it, as I mentioned here: http://www.australianfrequentflyer....inomofo-wine-deals-53217-354.html#post1264998

I decanted mine for about 2 hours before sampling. The missus also enjoyed it - she's generally more a Cabsav than Shiraz fan - and was amazed at the price.
 
On the Glenlofty SV - I found it very soft and approachable but clearly some potential for improvement. Subtle oak treatment, quite fruit-forward. Paired well with sweeter curries and opened up nicely with some airing. The viognier is more obvious than some others I've had (Turner's Crossing, Clonakila and Laughing Magpie but it's not a fair comparison given this cost $8.xx). Definitely a good quaffer with some potential, and a nice contrast to some of the other $10-ish mof_s I'm using as house reds (Quattro e mano tempranillo, 6Foot6 shiraz, Amelia park cab merlot).

Found via Ozbargain - Winebiz magazine tasting of a range of AUS SVs - see page 77:
ISSUU - WVJ November/December 2014 by provincial press group
 
TonyD45 said:
Hi I'm a new comer here. Tasted the Glenlofty Shiraz Viognier last night. Very unique wine, clearly not for every palate. But after proper decanting I really enjoyed it. Strong vanilla nose and some of the smoothest tannin I tasted in a while. Should improve heaps with age. Keen to hear other comment. Cheers.
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Good to hear. Personally I found the Viognier overpowering - the addition of a couple of % completely altered the wine for my palate. Glad to hear others are enjoying it!
 
Abha93 said:
Agreed. It's silky smooth, but lacks a bit of character, I thought. WC notes indicate RRP of $85 and drink by 2016 (tasted in 2010). It definitely seems to be near the end of its drinking window, and being under cork, I'll definitely be drinking the remaining 5 bottles this year. Bit pricey for something that doesn't have much ageing potential.
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Tried the Bethany last night, very impressive wine after it opened up. I would have been disappointed if I had of paid full price for it but at $36 I think its a pretty good deal.
 
Hello, I just stumbled across this and it is amazing. I wish I knew earlier!
Does anyone have an idea of the restocked McLaren Vale 2012 Shiraz ($75 down to $37.50) in today's newsletter?
I feel this thread will be both the best and worst thing for me and my bank account.
 
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botchee said:
Tried the Bethany last night, very impressive wine after it opened up. I would have been disappointed if I had of paid full price for it but at $36 I think its a pretty good deal.
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Yep, I've had a handful of these the last year or so and they are ageing far too quickly for my liking. Within 2-3 years the complexion of the wine has changed considerably. Not in a bad way just in a "I paid so much money for what is a great wine now however may not be in 2-5 years time".

For $36 though, very very happy with that. Get on board that boat I say.
 

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