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I bought this bottle on a whim having heard nothing about the wine previously, a rarity for me. The Rosemount Orange Vinyard Shiraz unsurprisingly originates from the cool climate, high altitude wine region of Orange in central NSW.
Intoxicating aromas of cherry, red berries and a hint of something floral are present. The wine tastes nothing like it smells however, with a little red fruit up-front, followed by spices, pepper and some earthyness. The tannins are very soft and overall this Shiraz has a round and soft texture. Rosemount have further tasting notes on their website.
This is definitely a good quality wine, I just wish the intoxicating fruit aromas carried through onto the palate. Perhaps I would have enjoyed it more a couple of years ago.
Score: 7/10
Price: $18
Closure: Cork
Would I buy this wine again?
Not this particular vintage, if I read a tasting note suggesting stronger fruit flavours in another year, I may well be tempted.
Murray
I agree with you - it is exactly how I have felt about this wine! I have had this on at least two occasions and it never seems to live up to the promise. The nose gets you started and the tannins are balanced but there is little intensity and you feel a little let down.
Comment by MalB — June 28, 2006 @ 7:34 am
I am just tasting a sample of the 2003 Rosemount Show Res cabernet in the renowned style as I speak. The Rosemount Orange Chardonnay is usually good.
Please use the 100 point system from now on. Thanks very much.
GW
Comment by gw — June 28, 2006 @ 7:52 am
I found the 2002 vintage for rock bottom $5 per bottle. It is drinking better than the ‘01, but would improve in a couple years time. The palate is far more fruit forward and long staying finish! I’d give it 8/10 for this price and even at $10-20/bottle, I would buy more of the ‘02. Cheers!
Comment by Kathryn Lewis — July 7, 2006 @ 8:12 pm
Wow that is incredible value. Do you know if there are any more bottles left at that price? Or is it a best kept secret… ?
Comment by Murray — July 7, 2006 @ 9:38 pm