Yangarra Roux Beaute Roussanne 2019
The 2019 growing season was very dry, which resulted in incredibly low yields. We had a relatively warm lead up to the ripening period, which produced a very condensed and fast harvest. With Roussanne being a late ripening variety, it faired very well in a season like this, giving rise to concentration, freshness of flavor and marked natural acidity.
Hand-picked from Block 6 (1.0 ha) on March 16th, our oldest Roussanne planting which is now 15 years old. 50% is destemmed, crushed, and filled to 675L ceramic eggs, where it is fermented and remains on the skins for 193 days. The other 50% is pressed into ceramic eggs and fermented off of the skins. The final blend was 40% extended skin batch and 60% without skin contact. The final blend was 40% extended skin batch and 60% without skin contact. Bottled November 2019.
“This is a rich white, showing impressive structure and plenty of ripe lemon, pear, peach and mangosteen with some savory pastry-like notes, too. The palate has a tangy edge and smooth-toned phenolics carrying plenty of flavor. From organically grown grapes. Drink over the next six years.” – 94 points, Nick Stock at James Suckling
Yangarra Estate King’s Wood Shiraz 2019
Royal Oaks and King’s Wood were forests planted by monarchs to build cathedrals and navies.
The wine is exclusively matured in 25hL French oak Foudre for 15 months. No pressings.
"Rich dark plums, blueberries and blackberries with some olive, forest-wood and dark-stony elements, too. Impressive depth on the palate with dark fruit laced with spices. Such rich fruit with appealing, drinkable style. The calling card of shiraz in this region." - 95 points, James Suckling
“Incredibly vibrant deep purple colour in the glass. Subdued nose, dark loam and black fruits lurk with intent. Remarkable poise for such a young wine, dark fruits, blood and ironstone all meld seamlessly. Full of palate yet has a feeling of compression from acid and tannin so it pushes very deep and long. Time will provide even further layers and complexity.” - Stuart Knox; The Real Review
Yangarra Estate Ironheart Shiraz 2018
Ironheart is the flagship Shiraz from our single vineyard estate at the northern edge of McLaren Vale.
The wine was kept on lees in 35% new French oak, 65% older French oak for 15 months. Each barrel was carefully selected to ensure it showcases the characters of the ironstone that it grows in.
"Squid-ink-purple colour, scents of plush boysenberry, balsamic flowers and coffee. A rush of flavour, sweet red and black cherries, bacon fat, dried herbs and vanilla bean cradled by a full-body with svelte tannins. Showcasing flavour concentration, depth, opulence and long persistence to finish." Amanda Yallop, The Real Review.
Veramonte Rosé 2021
Veramonte Rosé 2021
"Pale rose-gold color with aromas of strawberries, watermelon, stones and cantaloupe melon. It’s round and fruity with a medium body and crisp acidity. Crunchy, fresh and dry. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan. Sustainable. Drink now. Screw cap." - James Suckling
Veramonte Sauvignon Blanc 2020
SAUVIGNON BLANC | 2020
Vibrant and aromatic, with citrus aromas of lime and tangerine, blended with subtle floral notes. Smooth and fresh, this Sauvignon Blanc has a great mouthfeel and a long finish.
Grapes are harvested at night to maintain fresh and bright acidity. The fruit goes straight to the press, where the juice sits for 24 hours. Then it is racked and separated from its gross lees and fermented clean at a low temperature in stainless steel tanks, ensuring multilayers of aromas and flavours.
Certification: V-Label.EU (Vegan Certified)
"A medium-bodied white with aromas of green apple, papaya, lemon zest and wet stone. Fresh and clean with tangy acidity and a more mineral finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now. Screw cap." - 90 points, James Suckling
Dictador 2 Masters Ximenez-Spinola 1976
A 45 year-old Dictador Rum from a 1976 vintage finished in whisky casks was shipped to Jerez de la Frontera in the hot south of Spain. There the rum was matured for 9 months in 50 year-old French Oak Pedro Ximenez casks.
- Nose: A profound and mellow nose-feel, lightly nose-drying. The top notes are of Christmas cake with burnt edges, with toasted flaked almonds, becoming gamey and meaty after a while (roast grouse). The mid-notes are both fruity (old Madeira) and floral - a heady, scented fragrance of tropical lilies on a hot night. The base note is reminiscent of burnt toffee.
- Palate: A creamy, mouth-filling texture and a sweet taste overall, with treacle toffee in mid-palate and a suggestion of wine-marinaded and glazed pork. Then a perfumed finish, pleasantly mouth-cooling with lingering warm spice.
- Colour: Deep polished rosewood, with crimson lights. Slow, thick legs, indicating texture.
- Matured in 50 years Old French Oak PX
- Time of Finishing: 9 months
- Quantity: 390 bottles
Juyondai Soukou
This Sake is named after a double rainbow, it is a Shizuku Drip Sake, made using the highest grade Yamadanishiki, polished to 35%, and brewed using ultra low temperature method. It is a namazume.
The sake is described as juicy, fruity with a rich mouthfeel and excellent balance. This is one of the highest grade and highly rated Juyondai.
Note: Melon, Muscat
- SMV : +4
- Acidity : 1.1
- Serving Temperature: 6°C to 8°C
Kokuryu Kuzuryu Eto Junmai Daiginjo
The Chinese zodiac sign for the year of 2022 is Tiger, which comes around once every 36 years and is said to be a year of strong luck. The tiger is known for its good luck, as it is said to "go a thousand miles and come back a thousand miles," meaning that what goes away will come back.
To celebrate the start of the new year, we have bottled freshly pressed Junmai Daiginjo sake in a bottle with the Chinese zodiac sign written by the late Dr. Inamura Undo, who supported the Kokuryu Brewery since its early days of ginjo brewery.
Dassai Junmai Daiginjo 23
To craft the ultimate Junmai-Daiginjo sake, we polished down Yamada-Nishiki rice to 23%. Delivering delicate floral aromas with a palate reminiscent of honey and an elegant lasting finish.
Produced by Asahi Shuzo Brewery, Dassai 23 is a premium sake of junmai daiginjo type, which means that the rice used has been polished to more than 50% and no alcohol has been added. As its name suggests, this premium sake has a remaining grain percentage of 23% so that only the noblest part of the grain remains; the heart.
Rich in fruity aromas of ripe fruit, apple and pear and with great finesse, Dassai 23 is an ideal introduction to traditional Japanese beverages and goes very well with raw or cooked foods such as red meats, cheeses and desserts.
Sake or nihonshu is a Japanese alcoholic beverage of 14 to 17% by volume, made from a mixture of water, yeast and steamed rice, a small part of which has been inoculated with a microscopic fungus, the koji, to allow for better fermentation.
- Rice Type : 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio : 23%
Tanaka Shuzo Junmai Daiginjo Shirasagi No Shiro Enmusubi208
Clear and bright in colour with a delicate and elegant nose. It is well balanced on the palate with a long mineral finish. Recommended to serve at 12℃ in a wine glass, and pair with crab dishes and sea water jelly. Comes with a wooden box.
- Rice Type: 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 20%
- Sake Meter Value: +2
- Acidity: 1.2
Tanaka Shuzo Daiginjo Shirasagi No Shiro 37
Displays good intensity and structure on the palate with smooth sensation of Honjozo. Recommended to serve at 14℃ in a wine glass. Recommended to serve at 14℃ in a wine glass, and pair with foie gras terrine and quince chutney.
- Rice Type: 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 37%
- Sake Meter Value: +2
Tanaka Shuzo Junmai Daiginjo Shirasagi No Shiro 38
Displays fresh and delicate aromas of leafy vegetables. It is refreshing and well-structured on the palate with a long lingering finish. Recommended to serve at 14℃ in a wine glass, and pair with creamy langoustine tartare citrus condiment. Comes with a wooden box.
- Rice Type: 100% Yamadanishiki
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 38%
- Sake Meter Value: +3
- Acidity: 1.2