Drank this early, since I thought I'd noticed Brettanomyces on a previous bottle. This was clean, but a bit simple, and not as good as previous disgorgements. Will mellow and improve with time (if there's no brett.......).
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August 2021 disgorgement (thanks Adrian). Can't imagine there's any argument re this being the standout sparkling red in Oz? Fruit quality is evident - deeply fruited, real depth and presence, older notes kick in around the edges late with a line of sweetness.
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1/27/2023 - Bonesetter Likes this wine: 88 Points
Drank this early, since I thought I'd noticed Brettanomyces on a previous bottle. This was clean, but a bit simple, and not as good as previous disgorgements. Will mellow and improve with time (if there's no brett.......).
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12/28/2022 - StewartWent wrote: 90 Points
As per previous notes. Can't see a peer to this in Australia (if not globally?).
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6/9/2022 - Bonesetter Likes this wine: 92 Points
A sample at the winery recently had me worried about Brett affecting this wine. No trace in this bottle. Lovely rich sparkling shiraz.
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12/26/2021 - StewartWent wrote: 90 Points
August 2021 disgorgement (thanks Adrian). Can't imagine there's any argument re this being the standout sparkling red in Oz? Fruit quality is evident - deeply fruited, real depth and presence, older notes kick in around the edges late with a line of sweetness.
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