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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Sidewood’s 2009 Chardonnay is a throwback to the sort of delicious, well-priced Chardonnays Australia used to be known for, but with a touch more class. It delivers a big blast of upfront melon and peach fruit nestled in toasted cashew-like oak, then finishes fresh and citrusy. Good value for drinking over the next 6–12 months.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Sidewood’s consulting winemaker, Nathasha Mooney (who made the still-stunning 1998 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz while at Barossa Valley Estate), is putting together some excellent wines that also represent good value, including this grapefruit-scented Sauvignon Blanc. This medium-bodied offering is long and intense, blending citrus with minerally spice reminiscent of white pepper.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
An easy-drinking Shiraz, Sidewood’s 2007 features a creamy texture, hints of mint and vanilla and copious raspberry fruit. It’s crisp on the finish to help balance the softness of the tannins. Drink now–2017.
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Sidewood Shiraz - 2007
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Pinot Gris is trendy in Australia, which to date hasn’t meant great things in terms of home-grown quality. This is a pretty good example, offering a broad, thick texture balanced on the finish by peppery spice, while melon and apricot flavors carry the midpalate. Drink it over the next 6–9 months.
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