Winery - Cockatoo Ridge
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Aromas are straight out of the ground—earth, with perhaps some stony mineral thrown in. It's plump in the mouth, with an earthy-rustic feel and red fruit that is taut, verging on sour. Finishes with plum and a sandy-earthy note.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Starts off with a slightly flinty note that quickly gives way to peach, pineapple and a touch of popcorn. A bit viscous on the palate, and with a touch of underripe peach on the finish, but overall a solid effort.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A very dry, lean, spare style of Sauvignon. Smells fresh—like fresh green pea—and a green herbaceousness continues on the palate. It’s just the thing for an outdoor party or wedding, but its wiry profile won’t appeal to everyone. Imported by Davies & Co.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
An 80%–20% blend in favor of Cabernet, this is a simple, one-track wine with sweet fruit aromas and flavors. There’s an underlying note of tartness—seeped tea, or herb—that is a out of joint with everything else, but it’s still a good wine at a good price.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This Chard is smooth in the mouth, with white stone fruit on the palate, plus white pepper and mineral notes that extend through the finish. What’s here is pleasant enough, but more of these good things wouldn’t hurt.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Broad in the mouth and lacking overall freshness, this Australian sparkler offers modest citrus, earth and apple aromas and flavors.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Lightweight and easy drinking, this opens with aromas of grilled meat, toast and raspberries. The balanced palate offers plenty of red fruit, while the finish tastes of buttered rum and meat juices. Best Buy. —K.F.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The nose is tight, with some tobacco, leather and green bean poking through. Cherry and chocolate flavors lead into a dry palate. The early impression beats the lasting one, making it solid but unspectacular
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Shows aromas of dust, pineapple, and orange. In the mouth, it’s slightly built with low-intensity yellow fruit and a woody, peach-pit bite. Finishes with more wood.
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