Sauvignon Blanc, Ninth Island 2002/3
Tasmania
is situated at the same altitude as many other wine regions in the
world, including Southern France, and northern Tasmania is on the
same parallel as Marlborough. This Sauvignon Blanc is very aromatic
and bright with fresh fruit, figs, gooseberry, kiwi fruit & melon.
A medium body with fresh acidity & long aftertaste.
Tasting
guide: Whites rated 1-5 with 1 the driest & 5 the sweetest. Reds
rated A - E with A being the lightest & E the most full bodied
Rose
de Syrah, Bellefontaine Vin de Pays d'Oc France 2003
Orangey pink colour,
a slightly smoky nose with some of the perfumed spice of Syrah; lovely
and fresh fruit, easy to drink wine full of raspberry, blackcurrant
and redcurrant flavours finishing with dry crispness. (1)
Senorio de Sarria Rosado, Spain 2002
Delicate
pink in colour, with elegant wild strawberry fruits and a slightly
creamy touch. Produced by Jesus Lezatun, recognised as one of the
top wine producers in the Navarra region of Spain! (2)
Sharpham Rose
2002, England
A refreshing Rose produced from the Dornfelder grape
variety. This rare wine is an ideal accompaniment to pork, pate and
curried dishes. (2)