Wine By Nine

Red Wine by Giaconda from Victoria, Australia. The 2004 vintage was an exceptional year for reds; dry, cool weather produced wines that delivered power, finesse and complexity at much lower alcohol levels. In short, ripeness without sweetness, power without the heavy cloying hand of overripe fruit and alcohol. Warner Vineyard Shiraz is the outstanding red wine of the vintage. Superior in every way to those trail blazing shirazes from 2001 and 2002. This wine breaks new ground. Color: Deep, intense, vibrant with magenta to black hue. Bouquet: Brooding; aromas of black cherry. Sechzuan pepper, spices, smoked meats, briary forest floor notes and graphite erupt from the glass. Aromatically stunning. Palate: Powerful and savory; tightly coiled with fine savory tannins and acidity working in with the graphite characters to produce a tensile wine. An explosion of flavors at the end; black cherry, pepper, smoked meats and briar notes concluding with a lone dry savory finish. Bright-hued violet color. Explosive and utterly captivating on the nose, showing pure cassis, blueberry, wild strawberry, cola, sassafras, espresso, mace violet and magnolia. The palate displays a full range of shiraz (or syrah) flavors: blackcurrant, blackberry, candied cherry and plum, cured tobacco, smoked meat, roasted coffee-you name it. Sweet as can be but there's superb focus and energy, too. Finishes sweet, lush and long, with fine-grained tannins slowly emerging to provide grip and structure. -International Wine Cellar

Red Wine by Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier from Victoria, Australia. This majestic Shiraz comes from the spectacular Malakoff estate, low-yielding, high-concentration vineyard site in Central Victoria. Its intense black fruit aromas and firm structure are classic features of the variety as interpreted by two renowned wine families; Rhone master Michel Chapoutier, together with wine authority and Napa Valley vintner Anthony Terlato. The Malakoff vineyard, in central western Victoria, is situated on an eastern facing slope of Australia's Pyrenees Mountains. The vineyard receives optimum sun exposure and is located in the center of the prized Shiraz growing region. The soil profile is remarkably similar to that of France's northern Rhone Valley and the area's climate is ideal for growing superior quality Shiraz. Color: Intense and profound red. Aroma: Complex with black fruit aroma (blackcurrant and blueberries); some chocolate and toasty notes. Taste: Explosive fruit and concentrated flavor. Very round structure balances the tight, but jammy tannins. A blockbuster to drink during its first 7-10 years.

Red Wine by Mitchelton from Victoria, Australia. Intense deep purple and violet hues suggest a depply flavored wine. There are powerful, hypnotic aromas of brandied cherries, Christmas pudding and smoky charcuterie lying beneath delicate aromatics of creme anglais, violet perfume and ripe mulberries. On the palate, the wine continues intently with harmony between power of fruit and delicacy of structure. The harmony arises from intense ripe fruits and mouth-filling weight deftly harnessed by the chalky tannins and gentle acidity which maintains the palate for a long time after drinking.

Red Wine by Taltarni from Victoria, Australia. Color: Deep purple with distinct deep violet edges Nose: Richer in fruit flavors, this wine displays a beautiful assortment of chocolate and vanilla aromas supported by big sweet berry red berries and fresh ripe plums, reminiscent of grandma's tasty home made jam. Palate: Exceptional structure, a well-balanced wine with soft chalky tannins and immersed with luscious dark cherry ripe flavours. Full bodied with a lasting enticing palate. Serving and cellaring suggestions: Released in limited quantities, Taltarni Heathcote Shiraz is a rich flavored wine to enjoy young and fresh. A splendid match with roast meats and an ideal partner for a cheese platter. Cellaring: 10 years +

Red Wine by Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier from Victoria, Australia. A spicy Shiraz from the vineyards of Central Victoria brightened with a boost of Viognier for aroma and balance, as often practiced in France's most highly regarded appellation of the Northern Rhone Valley, Cote Rotie. The grapes grown in this Austrialian vineyard were planted on 19th century French rootstocks, another nod to the French tradition & influence in this new world wine. This wine is a collaborative effort between two renowned wine families: Chapoutier from the Rhone Valley in France, and the Terlato family of Napa Valley in California. Color: Intense red Aroma: Red berries, followed by hints of exotic fruit Taste: Round structure with fine tannins displaying fruity characteristics

Red Wine by Green Point from Victoria, Australia. A bright garnet red. A complex and intense aroma with hints of white pepper, cloves, cardamom and cinnamon which support fragrant ripe blackberry and cherry notes. A full and rich palate of blackberry, licorice and blood plums with peppery hints and supple, savory tannins. This wine will develop in bottle over the next 5 to 10 years.

Red Wine by Mount Langi Ghiran from Victoria, Australia. Billi Billi is made from grower's fruit, specifically 80 to 100 year old bush vines, and some small selections of estate grown fruit. With a focus on fruit intensity over age-ability and complexity, Billi Billi is produced with the drinker in mind - plush texture, fruity Shiraz ready to drink, representing great value for money and having hints of Langi style, making Billi Billi an excellent introduction to Mount Langi Ghiran wines.