Winery - Hartenberg
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Light buttery and grilled peach aromas mingle with softer notes of pear and orange rind. The full weight mouth offers more hazelnut and graham cracker flavors that stick all the way through the close. Round but balanced and not overdone.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
While this is certainly on the higher end of South African Shiraz price points, it’s worth the investment. The intense bouquet is loaded with rich dark cherry, raspberry, sweet spice and small wild strawberries. All-spice and pepper dominate the creamy mouth, with opulent flavors of meaty plum, roasted espresso and black cherry guts. Full and powerful in the mouth with a strong vanilla-accented finish. Delicious now but worthy of cellar time as well.
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Hartenberg Shiraz - 2006
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Blackberry and cassis dominate the bouquet, with notes of coffee, sweet spice and savory herb adding complexity. Balanced and well structured with a medium-weight mouth and solid tannins. Grilled black plum flavors carry though on the finish. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Milk chocolate, blue berries, caramel sauce and sweet wood aromas create the impression of a somewhat reduced and confected Shiraz. But the palate comes forward with more vibrant and fresh fruit flavors of raspberry, plum and cherry to keep the sweetness from going overboard and overwhelming the wine. Overall, it’s balanced and approachable with a solid, clean finish.
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Hartenberg Shiraz - 2005
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Named after Eleanor Finlayson, the late matriarch of the former owners of the estate, this Chardonnay has a stately, timeless character that gives it extra appeal. Aromas of citrus, apple and vanilla are followed by flavors of vanilla, spice, melon and fresh Chardonnay fruit. Round, medium-bodied and layered, it’s a wine to linger over.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here’s a satiny, approachable red blend with notes of black currant, brandy-soaked cherry and a touch of vanilla bean on the nose and mouth. A savory peppery spice reveals itself on the end, with moderate tannins lingering through the close.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
There’s a definite oaky backdrop to this wine, adding spice and toast to the rich baked red apple, peach bit and brioche flavors. An orange blossom accent freshens up the rich flavors and the full but balanced mouth. The long finish is loaded with toasty hazelnut character.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Savory and rich aromas of balsamic, crushed herbs, cherries and plums are followed by spice, violets and plum flavors. Round and hearty with medium tannins, the wine has a friendly but elegant character.
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Hartenberg Shiraz - 2004
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Black cherry, pepper, cinnamon and cedar on the nose offers a dignified start to this Merlot from Hartenberg. The palate is a dense, structured combination of cherry, plum and spice flavors, with layers that unfold in the mouth. The lingering finish is elegant, smooth. Pair with meat dishes, cheeses.
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Hartenberg Merlot - 2006
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This lush Cabernet features aromas of rich red berry, cherry, spice and violet, with flavors of berry, leather, smoke and pepper. Medium bodied with good structure and a spicy finish. Pair with grilled lamb, steak, stews.
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