Winery - Pepper Tree
Showing 1-9
of 9
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
One of the most impressive white wines I’ve had this year. Its nose deals a different fragrance every time you go back to it: nut, focused yellow fruit, cola, then fresh baked pastry. It’s multilayered on the palate, and pretty tight, with apricots dressed up in cream around the wide, soft edges, and a nucleus of tight, tart citrus. Zesty, consistent and compelling. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A crisp, cool style of Shiraz—if you think “eucalyptus” equals “medicinal,” this probably isn’t your cup of tea. But there’s a lot to like about this wine’s gumtree, black pepper and blackberry aromas, and the way that its earth-clay feel steals the show on the palate. Has blueberries and blackberries at its core, and a dusting of cinnamon arund the edges. Crisp and lasting on the finish. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
From the relatively new growing region of Wrattonbully, this Shiraz features exotic peach and apricot-like aromas and flavors, backed by some herbal notes and a pinch of peppery spice. Picks up additional spice and even some tea nuances on the finish. It’s a bit out of the ordinary, but tasty and unique.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Has aromas of eucalyptus and earth, with more of the same on the palate accenting very taut mixed fruit. Layered and complex with chenille-like tannins; not a massive-sized nor overly tannic version of Tannat. Would pair nicely with braised pork in sauce. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Young Hunter Valley Sémillon is one of the most perplexing wines to evaluate, and I suspect that in 8–10 years’ time, my rating will seem overly stingy. Still, this light-bodied wine appears to lack depth, complexity and length, offering just some odd, resiny scents and waxy, citrusy flavors.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Shows some vegetal notes of tomato and cherry peppers, but despite that indication of underripeness the tannins are supple enough, ending soft and dusty on the tongue.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A steak lover’s Cab made in an old-school style, sturdy but not brash. Has its share of oak, to be sure, but it’s the “dry tannins and black pepper flavors” kind, not the toast-and-nut route. Red plum and cherry fruit are at its firm core. Enjoyable and traditional. Imported by Pan Pacific Wines.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Full-bodied, round and soft, this is an easy-drinking Chardonnay with ample complexity. Hints of smoke and honey accent ripe melon scents on the nose, while the palate adds buttery notes of Golden Delicious apples and smoky flavors of grilled yellow plums. Drink now.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Features some herbal overtones to the plummy fruit, also some leather nuances to the bouquet, but offers up a soft, creamy mouthful of plum and chocolate-like fruit. The leathery notes and a metallic hint on the finish may put off fans of squeaky-clean wines, but this still has plenty to commend it. Drink now.
0 out of 0 people thought this note was helpful.
Showing 1-9
of 9
