Chez Jahnke
Tasted Sunday, November 15, 2009 by steffenpelz with 697 views
Last Sunday, we assembled at the Jahnke's for our November wine salon. Food was delicious and we tasted through a bunch of Australian wines. As you read my notes, please bear in mind that I have generally abdicated the idea of drinking Aussie wines, so some of the wines served were a real revelation while others were huge disappointments. Interestingly enough, we started off with a Tasmanian Sparkler that was actually pretty good. I don't remember the name, but I digress...on to the formal tasting.
Thanks to everyone who organized the event and thanks to Bob and Lauren for putting up with us at their abode.
1996 Irvine Grand Merlot
Australia, South Australia, Barossa, Eden Valley
Decent wine, but nothing to write home about. Blackberry, decent acidity, tar, but slightly raisiny and lacking excitement.
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2002 Marquis Philips Cabernet Sauvignon S2
Australia, South Australia, Fleurieu, McLaren Vale
I really didn't like this much. Blackberry jam, creosote, spice and hot finish. I've had worse, but this will never be a wine I'll like.
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2001 Moss Wood Cabernet Sauvignon
Australia, Western Australia, South West Australia, Margaret River
I don't know why, but this wine was very disappointing today. Just very oaky. It's got massive dark fruit and good freshness...the balance is there, but the oak was obtrusive. Not my cup of tea tonight.
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2001 Cullen Wines Diana Madeline Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot
Australia, Western Australia, South West Australia, Margaret River
By far my favorite wine in the first Cab flight. Lovely balance, elegance and finesse. Red fruited with great earthiness and freshness. I really liked this, although it seemed very advanced for a 2001.
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