2006 Boarding Pass Shiraz

February 12, 2009 | In WINE REVIEWS | No Comments

2006boardingpassSometimes we’re just in the mood for something with tons of flavor - even if it is one dimensional.  This is TV-night wine.  A touch of cedar, and slightly overripe black and red fruit on the nose…. resolves to big dark purply plums that pleasantly linger.  Soft and approachable, it seems to rely on its high alcohol (15.7%) to simulate balance.  Googling around a bit reveals that this wine is well marketed and has a controlled image, which isn’t surprising given its theatrical branding and label design… but we weren’t picking up much in the way of the nuanced flavor profiles that exist in the official tasting notes from the winery.  All in all, count us in … hey, under 20 bucks (barely!) gets you into a big concentrated wine that’s satisfying and tasty even if it’s not particularly stimulating to the intellect.  Sort of like an episode of Lost.  100% Shiraz from The Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale.

Simon Hackett Old Vine Grenache, McLaren Vale, Australia 2004

September 2, 2008 | In WINE REVIEWS | 1 Comment


Coming from the cooler McLaren Vale in South Australia, this Grenache comes from vines at least 30 years old, and shows great concentration of red fruit; strawberries, cherries, pomengrantes and loads of smoke- the kind of wine you can’t stop swirling and sniffing. On the palate this wine is medium weight, with a nice acidity and a good sappy finish. Try this alongside burgers or bbq. 14% Alcohol. - A great value at $14 Astor Wines


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