Glenguin Estate’s “Stonybroke” red is a blend of 92% Shiraz and 8% Tannat, it is one of the many great value wines available at the Boutique Wine Center at Pokolbin in the Hunter Valley.
Ruby red in colour, this Shiraz has fruit laiden aromas of cherry, raspberry, blackberry and a hint of mushroom compost. Medium body with blackberry and red fruits on the palate lead into a dry, savoury finish with grippy tannins.
Overall its a good little wine that is food friendly and should cellar for a few years to boot, cant go wrong really.
Score: 89/100
Price: $19
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 14%
Other Opinions: Winorama
Would I buy this wine again?
Yes, very good value.
Six Gates are a new producer out of the Barossa Valley, “The Majnun” Shiraz 2004 is their first commercial release. My initial impression of this wine was the heavy weight of the unopened bottle, which is usually a good sign of a quality product.
Inky dark purple but slightly cloudy, this Shiraz smells distinctly of the Barossa with dark plum and cherry fruit aromas, a hint of chocolate and some dusty earthyness. Full flavoured and well balanced, tart dark fruits and spices are complemented nicely by chewy fine tannins and hints of charry oak.
I really like the style of this wine as it has less alcohol than its peers, is not overly fruity or sweet and is also very food friendly - a fine match with a bbq leg of lamb. Being a bit of a Hunter Valley and McLaren Vale tragic, the earthy character of The Majnun is rather appealing.
Score: 89/100
Price: $22
Closure: Screwcap
Alcohol: 13.5%
Would I buy this wine again?
The recommended retail price of $22 is reasonable, however you can pick it up cheaper online from Squashedgrape
