Wine By Nine

Ship a bottle for just a buck. Details at Wine.com.Red Wine by d'Arenberg from McLaren Vale, Australia. Upon release, The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon has a vibrant young deep red - purple color. The nose shows intense blackcurrant fruit, cedary cinnamon spice barrel ferment & oak derived aromas, violet and mint scents as well as liquorice & chocolate smells. These are followed by a typically firm but fine-grained tannin extended texture overlaying soft plum which deceptively disguises the rich powerful cassis and blackcurrant flavors. The emphasis is on powerful full-bodied varietal fruit flavor integrated with barrel fermented and oak matured characters falling into the cedary, smokey and cashew spectrum. The 2002 Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon possesses a sweet perfume of roasted herbs, black currants, blackberries. Lead pencil shavings, and background oak. Full-bodied and structured, drink it over the next 12+ years.- The Wine Advocate, Robert Parker

Red Wine by d'Arenberg from McLaren Vale, Australia. Since 1912 four generations of the Osborn family have tended their nineteenth century vineyards just north of the township of McLaren Vale, bordered by Seaview Road, Chalk Hill Road and Twenty-eight Road. But on their western side, the winery's best Cabernet Sauvignon runs parallel to the one road with four separately named parts, Field Street, Oliver Road at each end and Coppermine Road. Naturally confused, locals just refer to it as Brewery Hill Road. Vintage 2005 could be summarized as a vintage that ripened without interruptions. The resulting wines are tight with amazing red fruit fragrance and lovely acidity. Crops yields were above average although slightly under the 2004 vintage. The 2005 Coppermine Road, one of d'Arenberg's flagship icon reds, is a complex and full bodied wine dominated by red fruits, blueberry, cranberry, cedary cinnamon spice and earth. Vibrant aromas of cassis, blackcurrant, and plum harmonize with the well structured palate. With bottle age, this wine will gain more complex characters of chocolate, truffle, cigar box and earth but maintain its seamless rolling finish.

Red Wine by d'Arenberg from McLaren Vale, Australia. The 2004 Coppermine Road, one of D'Arenberg's flagship icon reds, is a complex and full bodied wine dominated by red fruits, blueberry, cranberry, cedary cinnamon spice and earth. Vibrant aromas of cassis, blackcurrant, and plum harmonize with the well structured palate. With bottle age, this wine will gain more complex characters of chocolate, truffle, cigar box and earth but maintains its seamless rolling finish. The backward, opaque inky/purple-colored 2004 The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon offers up scents of blueberries, graphite, black currants, and background oak as well as licorice. Espresso and chocolate aromas also emerge as the wine sits in the glass. Deep, full-bodied, and chewy, this structured 2004 is best cellared for several years, and consumed over the following 12-15. -The Wine Advocate Saturated ruby. A lush, fruit-forward rendition of textbook cabernet aromas: cherry, plum, cigar box, tobacco, mint, anise and musky underbrush. Lush, supple and almost sweet in its red fruit expression, with rounded, suave tannins supporting the ripe redcurrant flavors. Really expands on the finish, picking up a darker note of blackcurrant and a hint of bitter chocolate. The balance of fruit and tannins is impressive. -International Wine Cellar

Red Wine by Yalumba from Coonawarra, Australia. Yalumba The Menzies 2004 is deep crimson magenta in colour. A very complex nose offers nuances of violet, bay leaf, black olive and oyster shell. The palate opens with mocha and tapenade supported by damsen plum. Full bodied with fine tannins, this stunning wine finishes fresh and balanced. The Menzies is crafted to be enjoyed with full flavored foods and complements roasted meats and piquant cheese.

Red Wine by Yalumba from Coonawarra, Australia. “Bright violet. Juicy, high-pitched aromas of redcurrant, cassis, cocoa powder and sweet underbrush. Quite round, even lush, on the palate, but the red and dark fruit flavors convey impressive structure and focus thanks to suave tannins and subtle acidity. With air, this developed a sweet cherry flavor, with hints of smoky herbs and cured meat. Nicely focused, energetic and long, finishing with a fine dusting of tannins.” ~ Josh Reynolds, Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar “The 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon The Menzies reveals a dusty, terroir, earthiness along with sweet, leafy, black currant fruit, licorice, and tobacco notes. This medium-bodied, spicy, ripe, ruggedly constructed Cabernet has some rustic tannin to be resolved. It should evolve for 10-12 years.” ~ The Wine Advocate  Deep crimson red. The aroma is a meld of briar, red currant and black olive flavours through to black cherry and plum skins. The palate opens with the sweet berry richness of red currants and dark chocolates, merging into a full bodied wine with a nice fleshy extract. Good density and lashings of soft tannins building towards the finish.

Red Wine by Penley Estate from Coonawarra, Australia. After a wet winter, spring was cool to mild followed by a warm, dry summer. The 2005 Harvest saw plenty of sunshine and very little rain. These conditions produced intense flavors, aromatics, and colors. The 2005 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon expresses distinctive Coonawarra regionality and structure unique to the Penley Estate property. This elegant, full-bodied wine leads with ripe blackberry and cassis on the nose followed by aromas of spice, dark berries and subtle oak. The tantalizing dark berry flavors are heightened by the velvety finish. Drink now or cellar up to five years for additional complexity.

Red Wine by Rosemount from Coonawarra, Australia. Color: This is a deep, richly colored wine - red with purple hues. Nose: The nose is rich and clear with blackberry, chocolate and characteristic Coonawarra notes of mint. The oak aging adds a hint of coffee and cedar. Palate: This is a rich, sweet-fruited and full bodied wine. Flavors of blackberry, cherry and raspberry gain complexity from chocolate and mint notes before the long and even finish. Finely textured tannins complete the wine offering great length and style.

Red Wine by Angoves from Coonawarra, Australia. This vineyard sits atop a slight ridge with the cool aspect allowing long continuous ripening throughout the growing season. The vines are trellised to a single fruiting wire with a cordon pruned to allow balance in the vine's vigour. The low crop levels in this single vineyard produce intensely aromatic grapes. Rich purple with inky hues, this wine loudly proclaims both its variety and region. Aromas of blackcurrant, mint and sandalwood are followed on the palate with typical eucalyptus and rich berry flavors and a mouth filling structure. This wine will reward the patient with cellar potential for many years. Enjoy with a prime Sirloin Steak with grilled vegetables or your favorite hearty pasta dish.

Red Wine by Mitolo from McLaren Vale, Australia. Almost black in colour with a purple hue. A lifted and herbaceous nose with hints of ripe plums and nutmeg. The palate is somewhat restrained yet shows generosity of fruit.

Red Wine by Peter Lehmann from Barossa Valley, Australia. Color: Dark center with a garnet rim. Bouquet: A classic blackcurrant nose, showing Barossa regional definition. Palate: A beautifully structured wine showing undertones of chocolate and black forest fruits on the palate. It has a rich softness in the middle and finishes with firm soft tannins.

Red Wine by Jim Barry from Coonawarra, Australia. This wine is ruby/crimson in color, with purple tints. The nose shows intensely complex characters of rosemary, mint and coffee. This is followed up on the palate by an eruption of fruit flavors - primarily black cherry and blackberry, with hints of mocha and dried herbs. The tannins are fine grained and supple and the wine has a long, integrated finish. As with previous releases of The Cover Drive, the wine displays harmonious balance and can be enjoyed now or will reward cellaring for 2-3 years.

Red Wine by Redbank from Victoria, Australia. Deep rich red in colour it has a lifted nose displaying distinctive varietal characteristics; blackcurrant and plums with touches of the eucalypt and mint so typical of the King Valley. The Fugitive Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 is a rich balanced wine, with elegant tannins and supple mouth feel. Distinctive Cabernet with cassis fruits, and spice. Integrated French oak showing charr and vanilla, and a long spicy finish.