Winery - Peter Howland
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Complex, rich and weighty, this is a Chardonnay that avoids overt fruitiness in favor of scents of truffle, tobacco and earth, then folds in flavors of honey and spice. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The 2004 Parsons Vineyard Shiraz starts off a bit unflattering, but with vigorous decanting a swan emerges. Subtle toasted oak and vanilla notes, complex floral scents and bold blackberry fruit all combine in a creamy, rich, dense wine with plenty of character. Picks up more complexity on the finish, adding hints of chocolate, coffee and spice. Drink now–2015.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This wine shows an interesting blend of leathery, meaty, clove aromas with creamy raspberry, strawberry and blueberry fruit flavors. It’s medium- to full-bodied, ending on a slightly metallic note. Although the tannins suggest further development, the wine’s aromatic evolution may not be as predictable as its textural development; the safer bet is to drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Winemaker Peter Howland is making a name for himself by sourcing grapes from all over Australia. From his home base in the Hunter Valley, this Chardonnay deftly balances oaky notes of allspice and brown sugar with elements of Asian pear, melon and citrus. It’s medium- to full-bodied, but held in check by zesty acidity. Long and nuanced on the finish. Drink now–2010, maybe longer.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Not as impressive as Howland’s Parsons Vineyard bottling, this is still a very good Shiraz. Cedar and vanilla notes layer atop dark fruit flavors, ending dry and softly tannic. A touch of alcoholic warmth lingers on the finish. Drink now–2012.
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