Red and black fruited perfume - Left Bank Bordeaux aromas and flavours. On the palate quite plush yet restrained and not as full bodied as I was hoping for. 2011 was a difficult wet vintage in many parts of Australia. I wonder if it was the same in NZ? Bob Campbell MW said 2011 was “moderately challenging “. in NZ. Nevertheless a polished wine. Postscript: I notice that Jancis compared the Sophia as a “generous antipodean answer to Pichon Lalande “ for the 2013 vintage of Sophia.
Red and black fruited perfume - Left Bank Bordeaux aromas and flavours. On the palate quite plush yet restrained and not as full bodied as I was hoping for. 2011 was a difficult wet vintage in many parts of Australia. I wonder if it was the same in NZ? Bob Campbell MW said 2011 was “moderately challenging “. in NZ. Nevertheless a polished wine. Postscript: I notice that Jancis compared the Sophia as a “generous antipodean answer to Pichon Lalande “ for the 2013 vintage of Sophia.
Apr 16th, 2023
Great complexity, young, needs at least 4 to 5 years aging. Subtle fresh fruit, not explosive, the mouthfill is structured, delivering great lenght
Great complexity, young, needs at least 4 to 5 years aging. Subtle fresh fruit, not explosive, the mouthfill is structured, delivering great lenght
1 person found it helpfulJan 3rd, 2015
Appealing, aromatic, savory, tart blackberry, menthol, clove nose; tight, delicious, tart black currant, tart berry, light clove palate with good balance; could use 2-3 years; medium-plus finish 93+ points
Appealing, aromatic, savory, tart blackberry, menthol, clove nose; tight, delicious, tart black currant, tart berry, light clove palate with good balance; could use 2-3 years; medium-plus finish 93+ points
Feb 24th, 2017
This was quite nice. Big wine. Never had anything from this producer but would love to try some more of their wines.
This was quite nice. Big wine. Never had anything from this producer but would love to try some more of their wines.
Oct 16th, 2016
Classy, trim and sporty. If you are looking for spice, tannins and a structural roller coaster you won't find it. Yet, what a classy puritanical beauty!!
Classy, trim and sporty. If you are looking for spice, tannins and a structural roller coaster you won't find it. Yet, what a classy puritanical beauty!!
Sep 17th, 2016
Easy drinking.
Jun 5th, 2015
The nose in screamed Bordeaux all the way...the palate was smooth, delicate, silky and easy tannins. Really pretty blend from NZ. In fact, a refreshing reprieve from Napa opulence.
The nose in screamed Bordeaux all the way...the palate was smooth, delicate, silky and easy tannins. Really pretty blend from NZ. In fact, a refreshing reprieve from Napa opulence.
Feb 27th, 2015
A nice after work glass, courtesy of Steve Smith, MW. Thanks mate! @CraggyRange.
A nice after work glass, courtesy of Steve Smith, MW. Thanks mate! @CraggyRange.
Jun 12th, 2013
16,5/20
Nov 24th, 2016
In der Nase Noten von dunkler Schokolade, Vanille, Zimt und Pflaumen sowie Johannisbeeren. Eine leichte Schokoladennote abgerundet Waldfrüchten und Gewürzen am Gaumen. Dazu eine mittlere Säure und ein packendes aber weiches Tannin.
In der Nase Noten von dunkler Schokolade, Vanille, Zimt und Pflaumen sowie Johannisbeeren. Eine leichte Schokoladennote abgerundet Waldfrüchten und Gewürzen am Gaumen. Dazu eine mittlere Säure und ein packendes aber weiches Tannin.
Sep 17th, 2015
Gimblett Gravels, Hawkes Bay, North Island, New Zealand
