The Bonsai 
2013 Vintage
Cellars: £40.50
Enjoy in the restaurant: £47.00
Bin no.: 1443
This intense, full flavoured, rich and full bodied Shiraz blend with well integrated oak, shows lovely plum fruit, coffee, chocolate and white pepper on the palate. The flavours are supported by juicy soft tannins to create a beautiful layering of texture and taste that continues to a long lingering finish.
Food Recommendation:
Perfect with roast beef, marinated veal or full flavoured cheeses.
Country: Australia
Region: Eden Valley, South Australia
Producer: Berton Vinyards
Vintage: 2013
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
57% Shiraz
43% Cabernet Sauvignon
Status: Still
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: E (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 15.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
In 2007 Bob Berton purchased the Yenda winery in the heart of the Riverina. This state of the art facility has the capacity to process 20,000 tonnes of grapes
All vines have been spur pruned. Vine age is varied. Vines are planted roughly 1.8m apart with 3.6m between the rows to allow machinery access. The Trellis system is generally a single wire cordon.
Vinification:
Vines are planted 1.5m apart with 3.3m between the rows. The Trellising system is a single wire Trellis which ensures good ventilation and minimal disease. The canopy is typically quite sparse allowing maximum sunlight penetration. The vines are spur pruned.
The Shiraz and Cabernet grapes were picked, crushed, partially fermented and pressed. The wine was fermented in stainless steel, followed by a malolactic fermentation. The individual parcels of fruit were then transferred to barrels for approximately 24 months. New and old oak was used, mostly French, with a portion of American oak. The wine from the best barrels was carefully selected, blended and prepared for bottling.
Penfold’s Grange
1997, 1998 Vintages
Cellars: £330.00
Enjoy in the restaurant: £337.50
Bin no.: 1469
The 1997 Grange (a blend of 96% Shiraz and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon) looks to be a classic Grange, although slightly softer and more forward than the backward 1996. The saturated purple-
Food Recommendation:
An excellent accompaniment with red meats, game and strong cheese.
Country: Australia
Region: South East Australia
Producer: Penfold
Vintage: 1997, 1998
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
100% Shiraz
Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: E (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
Dedicated to Max Schubert 1918 to 1994
Grange is recognised as Australia’s and indeed one of the world’s finest red wines. Developed bt Max Schubert commencing with the 1951 vintage, It is made from low yielding Shiraz vines grown at selected vineyards in South Australia and matured in new American oak hogsheads prior to bottling.
During an extensive tour of Europe in 1950, Ma Schubert studied wine making practises that have now become an integral part of Penfold’s wine making techniques.
He also observed the practise of maturing wine I new oak barrels, a previously untried to Australia. The development of Grange represented the beginning of a new era in Australia’s wine making tradition. This knowledge combined with Max Schubert’s foresight, skill and dedication has resulted in Grange, the definitive Australian dry red wine, acknowledged to be among the worlds classic wine styles.
Grange is a wine specifically to mature in the bottle. It will develop greater complexity and integration of flavours for some 20 years or more under correct cellaring conditions.
Max Schubert always advocated the decanting of Grange. Ideally served between 14 and 18 degrees C.
Vinification:
Rocky Road Chardonnay
2011 Vintage
Cellars: £18.75
Enjoy in the restaurant: £26.25
Bin no.: 1425
A lifted bouquet of ripe white peach, roasted cashew nougart with underlying notes of soft sweet dough leap from the glass. The fresh palate opens with intense peach and nectarine fruits with hints of ruby grapefruit, subtle texture from lees stirring in barrel adds complexity and mid palate richness.
A bright and rich palate is balanced by lemon meringue acidity which leads to a long, fine and elegant finish.
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2011
Colour: White
Grape Varieties:
Chardonnay
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Dry/Sweet: 2 (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
abv: 13.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Rocky Road Vineyard is in the southern part of the Margaret River region. Another stellar season. The wettest winter for some time was followed by a dry and warm spring, punctuated by a wild spring storm that reduced yields as it coincided with flowering.A warm and dry summer with plentiful sunshine.
The reason that this year stood out was the absence of any heatwave during the white harvest coupled with cool evenings. The benefit of the cool evenings is evident in the retention of natural acidity.
The wines have wonderfully ripe tannins and a fine, long and elegant structure (thanks in part to higher acidity), which should see these wines destined for a long cellar life.
Vinification:
The grapes were hand harvested then whole bunch pressed. The pressed juice was free run straight to barrel to proceed with a natural ferment, There was no additions of yeast, acid, yeast nutrient etc.
Battonage took place and the wine was aged on lees. Some sulphur and light bentonite fining in Spring. Bottled in December.
3 Amigos White
2011 Vintage
Cellars: £18.75
Enjoy in the restaurant: £26.75
Bin no.: 1426
Three perfectly compatible grape varieties come together in a wine that is about texture and palate feel. The aroma opens with some slightly nutty, creamy characters showing the influence of barrel fermentation and time on lees. The palate really shines with lovely fine acidity providing a zingy freshness that allows the soft, generous flavours of the three varieties to reveal themselves through perfect integration. The finish is sustained with crisp acid, providing an exquisite lift. This is a beautiful, easy drinking wine that peels off new layers of flavour with each taste.
Tasting Notes by Ray Jordan
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2011
Colour: White
Grape Varieties:
Marsanne,
Chardonnay
Rousanne
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Dry/Sweet: (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
abv: 14.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The primo amigo in this trio is marsanne, grown at the McLeod Creek and Calgardup Brook vineyards. Chardonnay is sourced from Rocky Road and the third amigo, rousanne, is grown at McLeod Creek. These vineyards lie in the southern half of the Margaret River wine region which has a strong maritime influence from the Great Southern Ocean.
The vines have their roots in gravel loams derived from granite. These free draining, moderately fertile soils facilitate growth without excessive vigour and ripen the grapes to perfection.
All vines on the McHenry Hohnen vineyards are grown on a single bilateral cordon with a vertically trained canopy. It is a simple and practical format that maximises light penetration and maintains a balanced vine.
Vinification:
Grapes are harvested in the cool of the night and following whole berry pressing, the juice is settled, and then run into barrels for the primary fermentation. Some batches are inoculated with yeast whilst others are left to proceed with a natural fermentation. The finished wine is left on spent yeast cells until the blend is assembled and bottled in late summer.
Rocky Road Shiraz
2012 Vintage
Cellars: £17.75
Enjoy in the restaurant: £25.25
Bin no.: 1427
A seductive bouquet of fresh blueberries with strawberries and cream confection give way to cherry cola and fragrant white pepper notes. A soft and juicy palate abounds with ripe blueberries, Satsuma plums and red berry sweets. Underlying milk chocolate, fresh vanilla pods and sweetened spices make for a memorable marriage of flavours. A velvety structure with lingering flavours makes this wine a crowd pleaser in any situation!
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2012
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
Shiraz
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
After a dry Spring we had December and February setting records for temperatures so fruit stalled for a little. It became a rush to pull whites in but a slow drawn out process for the reds. Flavours are a little hard to get balanced with the hotter temperatures. The duration of these hot temperatures was somewhat of an anomaly in Margaret River particularly over the Christmas break. Vines tend to shut down at the higher temps which make sugars creep up and acids fall.
Vinification:
Pressed slightly sweet they were then matured for 9 months in French oak of which 10% was new. Barrels were then hand selected and blended in stainless steel in January for a mid February bottling.
3 Amigos Red
2010 Vintage
Cellars: £18.75
Enjoy in the restaurant: £26.25
Bin no.: 1428
A rustic blend of raspberry confection and red strap liquorice over complex earthy notes of dark chocolate, terra cotta and fragrant black pepper. A medium body reveals juicy redskin fruits and Jaffa framed by liquorice and ground sweet spices. Velvety tannins and sweet blood orange acidity converge for a long and smooth finish.
Plenty of dark earthy fruit in here. It's the classic Rhone blend which is not often used in WA. Syrupy plum and chocolate characters on the palate which is so dense. Warm and multi-
Tasting Notes by Wine writer Ray Jordan
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2010
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
Shiraz, Mataro, Grenache
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: C (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
All vines on the McHenry Hohnen vineyards are grown on a single bilateral cordon with a vertically trained canopy. It is a simple and practical format that maximises light penetration and maintains a balanced vine. The Red Amigos are sourced from the Rocky Road Vineyard in the southern part of the Margaret River region which has a strong influence from the Southern Ocean. The vines have their roots in gravel loams derived from granite. These free draining moderately fertile soils facilitate growth without excessive vigour and allow perfect ripening. Vines are grown on a single bilateral cordon with a vertically trained canopy – a simple and practical format that maximises light penetration and maintains a balanced vine.
Vinification:
Grapes are fermented in small open vats allowing precise judgements as fermentation proceeds, and colour, flavour and tannins are extracted from the skins. Towards the completion of primary fermentation, the skins are pressed and the wine run to barrel for finishing and maturation. The blend is assembled in late summer, prior to bottling ahead of the next vintage.
Season
With El Nino has come a progressively reduced rainfall over the last four years. Spring has been a little wetter and summer has had more temperature extremes. In 2009 spring was once again wet and blustery and looking on track to be something like 2008
Tiger Country
2010 Vintage
Cellars: £25.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £31.75
Bin no.: 1429
Aromas of cherry cola, sarsaparilla and ripe black plum abound. Underlying sweet spice and savoury peanut husk notes complete the complex bouquet. A supple palate brimming with ripe plum and sweet cola nut fruit gives way to red strap liquorice and dusty cocoa tannins.
Grown in “Tiger Snake Country” this wine is one to sink your teeth into....or should that be fangs?!
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2010
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
Tempranillo,
Graciano
Petit Verdot
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
All vines on the McHenry Hohnen vineyards are grown on a single bilateral cordon with a vertically trained canopy. It is a simple and practical format that maximises light penetration and maintains a balanced vine.
This is a blend of three family vineyards. Tempranillo fruit comes from McLeod Creek, Graciano from Burnside and the remainder from our Rocky Road Vineyard.
Vinification:
Grapes are fermented in small open vats allowing precise judgements as fermentation proceeds, and colour, flavour and tannins are extracted from the skins. Towards the completion of primary fermentation, the skins are pressed and the wine run to barrel for finishing and maturation. The blend is assembled in late summer, prior to bottling ahead of the next vintage.
Season
With El Nino has come a progressively reduced rainfall over the last four years. Spring has been a little wetter and summer has had more temperature extremes. In 2009 spring was once again wet and blustery and looking on track to be something like 2008
But a heat spike in January 2010 with a week of 35 degree plus (unheard of in Margaret River) bought whites in to line very quickly and within an instant they were coming off somewhat earlier than average. Reds drew out as things cooled off quickly heading into March. Patience to get tannin ripeness in reds proved dividends though an early break to the season with rainfall had us on the edge of the seat
Hazels Vineyard Zinfandell
2010 Vintage
Cellars: £30.00
Enjoy in the restaurant: £37.50
Bin no.: 1430
A fruit box of lifted aromas jumps from the glass at first sniff and is followed by blackberries, raisins and a handful of cranberries tempered with more savoury hints of black olives and anise. This is a flirty fruit-
Country: Australia
Region: Margaret River,
Western Australia
Producer: McHenry Hohnen
Vintage: 2010
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
Zinfandel
Status: Still, biodynamic principles
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: D (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
All vines on the McHenry Hohnen vineyards are grown on a single bilateral cordon with a vertically trained canopy. It is a simple and practical format that maximises light penetration and maintains a balanced vine.
This is a blend of three family vineyards. Tempranillo fruit comes from McLeod Creek, Graciano from Burnside and the remainder from our Rocky Road Vineyard.
Vinification:
Grapes are fermented in small open vats allowing precise judgements as fermentation proceeds, and colour, flavour and tannins are extracted from the skins. Towards the completion of primary fermentation, the skins are pressed and the wine run to barrel for finishing and maturation. The blend is assembled in late summer, prior to bottling ahead of the next vintage.
Season
The family has been involved with zinfandel since the variety was first introduced to the region in 1972. The mother vines were imported from California, originating from a vineyard in Lodi. Judging perfect ripeness is the only difficult winemaking decision due to the uneven ripening of bunches a habit which is peculiar to this variety. From the point of harvest, winemaking is simple. The grapes are fermented in small open-
Season
With El Nino has come a progressively reduced rainfall over the last four years. Spring has been a little wetter and summer has had more temperature extremes. In 2009 spring was once again wet and blustery and looking on track to be something like 2008. But a heat spike in January 2010 with a week of 35 degree plus (unheard of in Margaret River). Reds drew out as things cooled off quickly heading into March. Patience to get tannin ripeness in reds proved dividends though an early break to the season with rainfall had us on the edge of the seat
Wakefield Estate
Chardonnay
2016 Vintage
Cellars: £15.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £23.75
Bin no.: 1471
Luscious flavours of white peach, citrus and tropical fruit overlaying toasted cashew and creamy nuances from fine French oak.
Colour: The wine is a pale straw with a slight green hue to the edge.
Nose: Delightful aromas of white peach, nectarines, tropical fruit and citrus zest with a hint of cashew.
Palette: Delightful aromas of white peach, nectarines, tropical fruit and citrus zest dominate with a hint of cashew. Fresh flavours of stone fruit combine with cashews and an underlying toastiness from the barrel fermentation to deliver a mouth-
The wine has a clean, elegant palate, a zesty acid backbone and long, persistent finish.
CELLARING NOTES
This wine can be enjoyed upon release but will reward careful cellaring up to and possibly beyond 2021.
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with friends or serve with poached fish.
Country: Australia
Region: Clare Valley -
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2016
Colour: White
Grape Varieties:
100% Chardonnay
Status:
Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites
Dry/Sweet: 2 (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
abv: 13.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
The Wakefield estate covers 750 hectares and has approximately 415 hectares under vine with a plan to raise this up to 600 hectares. The estate has a diverse selection of micro-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Wine description
The Taylor family believe great wines are made in the vineyard. The Estate wines are crafted with care and seek to capture the essence of the vineyard site and the pure varietal expression of the grape.
The average vine age is 10 to 30 years old at an elevation 350 metres.
The soil composition Terra Rossa over Limestone
Average yield (hl/ha) 57.6 hl/ha
Harvest type Machine harvested
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
The fruit for this wine was harvested from the Taylor family estate in the Clare Valley in the cool of the night and delivered direct to the winery to ensure the delicate flavours were retained. The grapes were quickly chilled and then whole berry pressed. After a short settling period, the majority of the juice was filled to French oak barrels for fermentation (10% new; 20% 1 year and the remainder 2 & 3 year old).
A small parcel of the juice was fermented in stainless steel.
All parcels were lees stirred for 4 months post fermentation. The wine was then blended, stabilised and fined in stainless steel prior to being bottled in October 2016.
Wakefield Estate Merlot
2016 Vintage
Cellars: £15.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £23.255
Bin no.: 1473
Ripe berry, rich fruitcake flavours and soft, velvety tannins. French and American oak impart dark chocolate, coffee bean and vanilla characters.
Colour: The wine is a dark red with an intense purple hue.
Nose: Distinct aromas of black cherries and ripe strawberries abound with secondary spice, sweet mocha and cigar box characters evident.
Palate: This wine is medium to full-
CELLARING NOTES
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with roast meats -
Country: Australia
Region: Clare Valley -
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2016
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
100% Merlot
Status:
Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites, egg
Body Value: D (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
The Wakefield estate covers 750 hectares and has approximately 415 hectares under vine with a plan to raise this up to 600 hectares. The estate has a diverse selection of micro-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Wine description
The Taylor family believe great wines are made in the vineyard. The Estate wines are crafted with care and seek to capture the essence of the vineyard site and the pure varietal expression of the grape.
Vineyard information:
The average vine age is 10 to 30 years old at an elevation 350 metres.
The soil composition Terra Rossa over Limestone
Average yield (hl/ha) 57.6 hl/ha
Harvest type Machine harvested
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
The majority of fruit was sourced from the Lodden and St Andrews blocks on the Taylor estate. The winemakers seek to craft a wine with a rich mid palate and soft, velvety feel. The fruit was de-
Finning with eggs before a light filtration before bottling
Wakefield Estate Shiraz
2016 Vintage
Cellars: £15.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £23.25
Bin no.: 1474
A soft and fleshy Shiraz with a lively palate of juicy red berry fruits, plum and spice. These fresh characteristics play alongside subtle chocolate and savoury characters from the oak maturation.
Colour: At release the wine is a dark red colour with ruby red hues.
Nose: The wine has an enticing, lifted aroma of plum, blackcurrant and dark cherry fruits along with a bouquet of subtle mocha and a touch of oak derived spice.
Palate: The palate is plump & generous with ripe fruit characters of plum and blackberry. Mocha coffee and subtle spice from oak maturation balance the fruit flavours. The wine is medium to full-
CELLARING NOTES
This wine can be enjoyed upon release but will reward with careful cellaring up to and possibly beyond 2023.
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with steak or hearty winter stews.
Country: Australia
Region: Clare Valley -
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2016
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
100% Shiraz
Status:
Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites, egg
Body Value: D (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
The Wakefield estate covers 750 hectares and has approximately 415 hectares under vine with a plan to raise this up to 600 hectares. The estate has a diverse selection of micro-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Wine description
The Taylor family believe great wines are made in the vineyard. The Estate wines are crafted with care and seek to capture the essence of the vineyard site and the pure varietal expression of the grape.
Vineyard information:
The average vine age is 10 to 30 years old at an elevation 350 metres.
The soil composition Terra Rossa over Limestone
Average yield (hl/ha) 57.6 hl/ha
Harvest type Machine harvested
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
The fruit for this wine was sourced from the Taylor family estate in the Clare Valley. In the growing season leading up to vintage 2016 Mother Nature saw fit to dole out just the right amount of water at just the right time for maximum positive impact on the vine's health and importantly, the quality of the fruit produced. Once harvested, the fruit was quickly transferred to the winery and gently de-
Wakefield Jaraman
Cabernet Sauvignon
2014 Vintage
Cellars: £21.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £28.75
Bin no.: 1481
Generous ripe fruit flavours of the Clare Valley are balanced with elegant, fine tannins, lifted mint character and velvety finish of the Coonawarra.
Colour: At release, the wine is a deep red colour to the centre with a vibrant purple hue to the edges.
Nose: There are lifted aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and subtle choc-
Palate: This is a rich full-
The finish is long and persistent
CELLARING NOTES
Will cellar under ideal conditions for 8 to 10 years.
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with Roast Lamb dishes
Country: Australia
Region:
Clare Valley and Coonawarra,
South Australia
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2014
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
55% Clare Valley
45% Coonawarra
Status: Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites, egg
Body Value: C (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
The Wakefield estate covers 750 hectares and has approximately 415 hectares under vine with a plan to raise this up to 600 hectares. The estate has a diverse selection of micro-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Wine description
The Taylor family believe great wines are made in the vineyard. The Estate wines are crafted with care and seek to capture the essence of the vineyard site and the pure varietal expression of the grape.
Vineyard information:
In the Clare Valley, the growing season saw average autumn and winter rainfalls on the Taylor family estate vineyards. Although spring was relatively dry, the vine vigour was still good due to the presence of subsurface moisture from the regular winter rain events and in addition the relatively calm conditions during the spring period reduced the evapotranspiration of the vines. Summer started dry and warm but not overly hot although from mid-
In Coonawarra the 2014 season can be described as one of the longest on record starting mid-
Overall, a perfect extended dry and mild ripening season for flavour, colour and tannin development which will deliver a classic Coonawarra vintage.
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
After harvesting, the grapes for this wine were de-
The wine was then gently pressed to tight-
Finning with eggs.
Wakefield Jaraman Shiraz
2016 Vintage
Cellars: £21.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £28.25
Bin no.: 1482
At release, the wine has a deep cerise red colour to the centre with a vibrant purple hue to the edges
This is a rich, full-
Colour: This wine has a deep, rich crimson colour with a vibrant purple hue to the edges. There are lifted aromas of ripe, dark berries along with subtle plum and cafe creme mocha and spicy overtones of nutmeg, cinnamon and clove aromas.
Nose: There are lifted aromas of black plum and blackberry fruit along with a hint of coffee bean and spice.
Palate: This is a luscious wine with layers of flavours of dark berry fruit, ripe cherries and plum along with attractive oak characters of roasted coffee beans and spice. Overall, the wine is well balanced with well-
CELLARING NOTES
Will cellar under ideal conditions for 8 to 10 years.
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with Roast Beef dishes
Country: Australia
Region:
Clare Valley and Coonawarra,
South Australia
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2016
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
100% Shiraz
72% Clare Valley
28% Coonawarra
Status:
Still, Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites, egg
Body Value: D (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 14.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
The Wakefield estate covers 750 hectares and has approximately 415 hectares under vine with a plan to raise this up to 600 hectares. The estate has a diverse selection of micro-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Wine description
The Taylor family believe great wines are made in the vineyard. The Estate wines are crafted with care and seek to capture the essence of the vineyard site and the pure varietal expression of the grape.
Vineyard information:
In the Clare Valley, the growing season was characterised as warm and dry for vintage 2018, the only year in recent times warmer was 2016, which produced some excellent, award-
Overall, our winemaking team are very excited about the quality of the wines from this vintage.
In McLaren Vale, the 2018 vintage is being touted as producing wines of excellent quality. The previous wet season set the vines up to be lush and healthy through the early part of this season and that boded well as the conditions throughout summer and into vintage were unusually dry.
Favourable conditions ensued leading to perfect mild days and cool nights, perfect for harvest
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
The wine was matured in a mixture of coopers’ American oak hogsheads (30% 1 year old and 70%
2-
Finning with eggs.
Wakefield Estate St Andrews Chardonnay
2015 Vintage
Cellars: £27.50
Enjoy in the restaurant: £35.00
Bin no.: 1485
This is a medium-
Colour: The wine is straw coloured with yellow tints
Nose: Delightful aromas of lemon and lime zest, ripe apple
Palette: Refined and elegant, natural flavours of lemon melon and peach subtly enhanced with nuances of fine oak
The wine has a clean, elegant palate, a zesty acid backbone and long, persistent finish.
CELLARING NOTES
This wine can be enjoyed upon release but will reward careful cellaring up to and possibly beyond 2023
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy with friends -
Country: Australia
Region:
Clare Valley -
Producer: The Taylor Family
Vintage: 2016
Colour: White
Grape Varieties:
100% Chardonnay
Status:
Still, Vegetarian, Vegan
sustainable environmental management
Allergens: contains sulphites
Dry/Sweet: 2 (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
abv: 12.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
The Clare Valley
The Clare Valley is situated in the Northern Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia 137km due north of Adelaide and about one hour’s drive west of the Barossa Valley. At its southern entrance at the village of Auburn a series of elevated valleys, rolling hills and wide open valley floors extend 35 kilometres north to the Clare township. The valley is divided into 5 sub-
The valley benefits from cold winters and cooling afternoon breezes in the summer months which help to create a considerably more moderate continental climate than its geographical location might otherwise suggest. These factors are important in slowing down the grape ripening process and are the reason why delicate, aromatic whites can flourish alongside intensely flavoured reds.
The Wakefield estate is located at the southern end of the valley, in Auburn, and at 350 metres above sea level, is quite elevated. The altitude, combined with a wide diurnal temperature range – up to 40+ degrees Celsius in the day, dropping down to a chilly 5 degrees Celsius at night – is perfect for producing good natural acidity, varietal flavours and aromas in the aromatic white varieties, as well as locking in tannin and colour stability in the reds.
The Vineyards
Named after the historic property first established in 1892. A true reflection of the terroir, St. Andrews wines exemplify the very best of handcrafted Clare Valley winemaking. The first Wakefield St. Andrews wines were released in 1999 and have developed a reputation as benchmark examples of great Clare Valley wine. As our flagship, St Andrews is only released in the finest vintages.
The St. Andrews range is named after the historic property first established by Scottish immigrants in 1892. For forty years St. Andrews was one of the leading wine producers in the Clare Valley but sadly, ceased operating when it was sold in 1934. Bill Taylor quickly recognised the potential of the adjacent St. Andrews property when he was first establishing his vineyards in the Clare Valley, and wanted to make it a part of the family's estate. So in 1995 the family purchased the property and became proud custodians of a piece of Australian wine history. They immediately went about the task of re-
Environmental Stewardship
The Wakefield vineyards and winery are managed in line with the Taylor family’s strict environmental philosophy and belief in Environmental Stewardship. Wakefield wines have taken the following measures:
Water Recycling
Water is a scarce resource and the Taylor family do all they can to use it with restraint. All water used in the Wakefield winery and bottling hall is collected and recycled in their onsite state-
Organic Compost
All solid organic materials including grape marc are utilised as compost on the vineyards. The compost is made on site without the addition of water.
Organic Mulching
Since 2001, Wakefield Wines have used organic matter to mulch the soil under the vines planted on their Clare Valley estate. This provides benefits such as superior root growth near the surface to better utilise water and nutrients and enhanced earthworm and soil microbe activity contributing to healthier soil and reduced weed growth.
Organic Cultivation Practices
In 2009 Wakefield Wines reintroduced sheep to their vineyards for the first time in 25 years. The sheep roam within the vines and control weeds and winter grasses. This has led to an immediate reduction in the requirements for pesticide use to control weeds and with the added benefit of a reduction in the diesel used by spray tractors. The sheep’s manure is also acts as a fertiliser and soil conditioner.
Minimisation of Pesticide use
Insecticide use is kept to an absolute minimum with no broad spectrum insecticides at all. Continuous vineyard monitoring ensures only targeted use in the worst affected areas. In addition only fungicides certified for use in organic production are used.
Wakefield River Regeneration
The Wakefield River flows in a southerly direction through Auburn in the Clare Valley before turning west to flow through Balaklava and into the Port Wakefield estuary. Wakefield Wines, through the formation of the River Wakefield Group, has championed a project to regenerate the Wakefield River with control of weed species and the planting of local indigenous vegetation to enhance biodiversity.
Vineyard information:
The average vine age is 20 to 40 years old at an elevation 350 metres.
The soil composition Terra Rossa over Limestone
Average yield (hl/ha) 43.2 hl/ha
Harvest type Machine harvested
Environmental management Sustainable -
Vinification:
The fruit for this wine was harvested from the Taylor family estate in the Clare Valley in the cool of the night and delivered direct to the winery to ensure the delicate flavours were retained. The grapes were quickly chilled and then whole berry pressed. After a short settling period, the majority of the juice was filled to French oak barrels for fermentation (80% new; 20% 1 year and the remainder 2 & 3 year old).
All parcels were lees stirred for 10 months post fermentation. The wine was then blended, stabilised and fined in stainless steel prior to being bottled in October 2016.
Reserve Chardonnay
2015 Vintage
Cellars: £20.75
Enjoy in the restaurant: £27.25
Bin no.: 1440 
This Reserve Chardonnay has generous aromas of white peach, beautifully balanced by spicy oak with toasty undertones of vanilla and mocha. A rich and toasty palate shows pineapple and peach fruit with hints of cinnamon, which lingers to create a lovely wine with a long and persistent finish.
Food Recommendation:
Enjoy chilled with seafood risotto or creamy chicken pasta dishes
Country: Australia
Region: Eden Valley, South Australia
Producer: Berton Vinyards
Vintage: 2015
Colour: White
Grape Varieties:
85% Chardonnay
15% Semillon
Status: Still
Allergens: contains sulphites
Dry/Sweet: 2 (1 is dry, 7 is very sweet)
abv: 13.5%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
Established by Bob & Cherie Berton in May 1996 with 75 acres of land at 450m above sea level on gently rolling hills in a sub-
Vinification:
Mechanically harvested at night. The grapes were de-
The barrel portion was kept on its lees for six months before it was racked and filtered for blending
Coonawarra
Cabernet Sauvignon
2015 Vintage
Cellars: £22.25
Enjoy in the restaurant: £28.75
Bin no.: 1442
This Cabernet wine has an intense, ripe berry bouquet with hints of chocolate and liquorice. The palate is brimming with crushed blackcurrant fruit flavours enhanced by subtle eucalyptus and mint notes characteristic of this region and is beautifully complemented by elegant French oak notes.
Food Recommendation:
A great accompaniment to fillet mignon or roast lamb with herb roasted vegetable
Country: Australia
Region: South Australia
Producer: Berton Vinyards
Vintage: 2015
Colour: Red
Grape Varieties:
97% Cabernet Sauvignon
2% Merlot, 1% Shiraz
Status: Still
Allergens: contains sulphites
Body Value: E (A is light, E is full bodied)
abv: 15.0%
Bottle size: 75cl
Winery information:
In 2007 Bob Berton purchased the Yenda winery in the heart of the Riverina. This state of the art facility has the capacity to process 20,000 tonnes of grapes
All vines have been spur pruned. Vine age is varied. Vines are planted roughly 1.8m apart with 3.6m between the rows to allow machinery access. The Trellis system is generally a single wire cordon.
Vinification:
The grapes were sourced from the prized terra rossa region of Coonawarra. They were picked in late April and fermented in closed fermenters for 10 days between 25 and 28 degrees andpumped over four times a day. The wine was then pressed off into stainless steel tanks where it completed its malolactic fermentation in the
late autumn. Following this, the wine was racked into French oak barrels with an equal spread of new, 1, 2 and 3 year old oak. The wine was aged for a year during which time it underwent a further racking.