Winery - Rocland Estate
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Rocland puts out a number of inexpensive wines, but this is evidence that the company has quality aspirations as well. Filled with plum, blueberry, licorice and dried-spice notes, this is a reasonably full-bodied wine with a long, dusty finish that would pair nicely with steaks or roasts. Drink now–2018.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Warm and spicy, this Shiraz’s aromas and flavors of blackberry, plum and chocolate almost seem to demand immediate consumption. It’s ripe, round and easy to drink now, so why wait?
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
It may not have very assertive aromas, but the flavors here are concentrated, bringing to mind melon, pineapple and a pinch of ground pepper. It’s rich and weighty on the palate, then goes on to finish long and a bit peppery. Drink now.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The blend is 59% Shiraz, 41% Grenache in this medium-bodied, low-tannin red. The aromas are dark—black cherry and plum—but the flavors are redder and juicier, with raspberry notes backed by cinnamon and clove. The label may be a bit polarizing, but the wine inside is well made and a solid value.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Superripe fruit, befitting a hot year, suggests early consumption may be the best option for this supple, luscious wine. There’s bits of spicy, leathery complexity to go with the intense black cherry fruit. Drink now–2013.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This blend of Petit Verdot (40%), Grenache (29%), Shiraz (29%) and Mataro (2%) ends up being a pleasing recipe at an even more pleasing price. Mulberry, plum and vanilla flavors emerge from the glass, while the mouthfeel is full and lush. Probably best over the next year or so.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Possessing bold waves of pineappley fruit, this is an intensely flavored Chardonnay at a reasonable price. It’s fruity and direct, with clean citrus featuring prominently from start to finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Medium-bodied and fruit-forward, as expected from the packaging and price point. There’s tropical fruit, pineapple and citrus—even a banana-like note. Finishes clean.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The company’s flagship comes from a single vineyard located adjacent to the winery, yielding a Shiraz with creamy-ripe tannins that manages to avoid being overly soft. Vanilla, plum, and savory meaty-peppery notes define the aromas and flavors.
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