Author Archives: Sindy Leung

Penfolds Grange 1980

Region Barossa Valley Tasting Notes Rich, sweet and silky, delivering a lovely mouthful of lush fruit flavors, centering around currant and plum, with hints of licorice and leather at the edges. Expands and deepens on the finish. Approachable now, but should continue to improve for years.–Penfolds Grange vertical. -93 pts by Wine Spectator

Mount Mary Chardonnay 2008

Region Yarra Valley Grape Chardonnay Tasting Notes Shy and reserved – slowly unfolding its delicate, nougat-like, floral and waxy bouquet of nectarine, peach, pear and ginger, plus its more pungent mineral, buttery, creamy and lanolin notes. It’s smooth and very elegant, creamy and moderately viscous, with some toasty, honeyed development beneath its more forward presence… Read More »

Mount Mary Quintet 2004

Region Yarra Valley Grape Cabernets Tasting Notes Excellent hue though not particularly deep; a classic, understated Mount Mary style, beautiful fruit/oak/tannin balance; cassis and blackcurrant dominate, then silky tannins on a very long finish. Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot/Cabernet Franc/Malbec/Petit Verdot. -95 pts by James Halliday N/A -91 pts by Jeremy Oliver

St Huberts Chardonnay 2007

Region Yarra Valley Grape Chardonnay Tasting Notes Bright straw-green; a highly fragrant bouquet and a palate bursting with lively nectarine and citrus fruit, oak barely registering; has the hallmark thrust and length of fine Yarra chardonnay. -95 pts by James Halliday An elegant, restrained chardonnay whose waxy bouquet of peach, nectarine, melon, lemon and sweet… Read More »

Redbank Sally”s Hill Chardonnay 2005

Region VIctoria Grapes Chardonnay Hand Picked from the vineyards surrounding Sally’s Hill including the famous Sally’s Paddock vineyard, these exceptional varietal wines reflect wonderful idiosyncratic characters and flavours of the unique style of Redbank Winery. Made in small batches, hand punched,wild yeast fermented and basket pressed, this wine truly express the potential of single varieties… Read More »

Lindemans St.George Cabernet Sauvignon 1996

Region Coonawarra Grape Cabernet Sauvignon Tasting Notes Focused, elegant style emphasizing the pretty currant and berry flavors, hinting at a touch of sage on the firm finish. Drink now through 2006. 7,000 cases imported. -87 pts by Wine Spectator