Wines of the Day: Enjoy the rugby with…
Saturday is rugby day. Having warmed up against the Wallabies in Brisbane, what are the chances of a Heel against the Head to the All Blacks? Remember that Rugby is not just a game, it is everything. Enjoy the after party with...
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The wines featured here are chosen according to high point scored and 4 or 5 star value for money. In other words, for the price that you pay for the quality which is in the bottle, you will be well pleased with your purchase. Wines with a five star value offer outstanding quality for the price, four star offer very good quality for the price while a one star value, well, it’s your choice.
2008 Waterford Wine Estate Kevin Arnold Shiraz
Tasting Notes
Black edged maroon. Lovely red berry fruit, slightly smoky/peppery aromas, beautifully polished palate, plush but not overdone, very fine.
Occasions
– Elegant Meal
– Winter Meal
– Summer Meal
– Impress your Boss
Goes With
– Poultry
– Lamb
– Cured Meats
– Cream-based Pasta
2011 Muratie Wine Estate Laurens Campher
Tasting Notes
Very pale, bright melon lime aromas, tangy and beautifully poised, great purity, length, concentration.
Occasions
– Elegant Meal
– Winter Meal
– Summer Meal
– Impress your Boss
Goes With
– Poultry
– Cured Meats
– Shellfish
2009 Steenberg Vineyards Nebbiolo
Tasting Notes
Tight, no smokiness, cherry fruit only just emerging, alcohol seems pronounced.
Occasions
– Elegant Meal
– Winter Meal
– Summer Meal
– Impress your Boss
Goes With
– Cured Meats
– Roast Vegetables
– Beef
– Venison
Is it a good wine?
0 to 50 points: Do not take orally
50 to 60 points: A very ordinary wine
60 to 69 points: Good enough commercial wine
70 to 79 points: Good to very good wine
80 to 89 points: Excellent wine
90 + points: World Class wine
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