Other Reds

Heartland Dolcetto & Lagrein is a blend of two indigenous northern Italian varieties that are ideally suited to the South Australian climate - particularly Langhorne Creek. The beautiful, lifted aromatics of Dolcetto are combined with the tannin structure and intensity of Lagrein. The result is an intensely perfumed wine with a concentrated, supple palate...

 

South Australia. The Stickleback blend is chosen for optimum flavour and texture, with each variety bringing a unique character to the wine. Cabernet Sauvignon & Shiraz give the wine a rich savoury character and great structure. Dolcetto lends brightness and lift, and Lagrein contributes spice, tannin and a fresh, crisp acidity to the palate...

Rust, Austria. Matured 12 months in large oak casks, this is a big wine to be sure, the fantastic colour is very dark red, almost opaque, and the nose is peppery and spicy, characteristics reflected on the very smooth palate, which has powerful dark cherry flavours, minerals, and a hint of marzipan. Good length, peppery/spicy finish. One for food...

Barossa Valley, South Australia. The structure, balance and youthful poise of Baby Bush Mourvèdre ensures the wine is extremely enjoyable now. It will also reward the drinker in time. Lending itself perfectly to food Baby Bush can be enjoyed with a range of different cuisines that match the fresh fruit of the wine. Try it with grilled and roasted meats, duck and Provençal style vegetable dishes...

WINERY RATING

James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2010

WINERY RATING

James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2013

WINERY RATING

James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2013

McLaren Vale, S.A. Not a Loire style, but rather a shining example of its Bordeaux heritage of dark fruit, anise, incredible rose petal aromatic, bergamot black tea with a shot of tannin and minerality to finish it off...

McLaren Vale, South Australia. This is the most immediately impressive, seductive, comforting luxury of the  Hickinbothams. It reacts faster to an airing in the decanter, mellowing nicely, but may well outlive the three varietal wines...

McLaren Vale, South Australia. If you wanted to show an overseas visitor an example of a ‘classic’ South Australian wine, then this would be a fine place to start. It’s medium to full bodied, almost svelte, with succulent but intense ripe tannin, truffle and grilled meat, blackcurrant and boysenberry, a little toast and smokiness, pitch-perfect acidity, and a finish of impeccable length and composition. Great wine. Dead set classic...