This richly coloured wine offers opulent notes of dark berried fruit and blueberry, with nuances of black pepper, fine cocoa and vanilla. Showing lovely balance, the ripe fruit is enveloped in elegant tannins through to a lingering finish.
This traditional Lodi Old Vine Zinfandel is deep and rich, showing ripe black fruit flavours with subtle jam and chocolate overtones, typical of these family grown vineyards. Gentle on the palate with a subtle, smoky finish.
The Joel Gott California Zinfandel has aromas of blackberries, redcurrants, and plum with notes of maple sugar and vanilla. The wine opens with bright fruit flavours followed by soft, velvety tannins on the mid-palate, and a long finish with hints of spice.
Aromas of black cherry mingle with earthy notes of forest floor. On the palate, flavours of caramelized strawberry, white pepper, and tobacco mingle with notes of freshly backed cherry pie made with baking spices.
Aromas of currant and black plum mix with sage brush and orange peel up front. Flavours of blackberry, dark raspberry with a touch of mocha dominate the palate, making for a lush and balanced Zinfandel.
The lush dark fruit of this Cabernet is balanced by its structure and tannins. Oak ageing brought out its depth, richness, and long smooth finish. Aromas of cherry cola and orange peel mix with a hint of leather. The palate summons flavours of vanilla, blackberry, and black cherry.
Inviting aromas of wild red fruits, hints of spice and a rustic minerality lead to luscious layers of raspberry, strawberry, floral notes and pomegranate, surrounded by a subtle structure and a touch of liquorice on the finish.
A smooth, yet robust wine showing lovely balance and complex aromas of ripe blackberry, toasty cocoa and hints of spicy cedar. The palate is full of boysenberry, plum and cherry with notes of coffee and cigar box on the finish.
A balanced and graceful Pinot Noir with aromas of strawberry, raspberry and rhubarb and a touch of sage. Beautifully integrated oak supports the pure fruit through to a silky finish.
The Joel Gott Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of black cherries and blackberries with notes of clove and brown sugar. The wine opens with dark, concentrated fruit flavours, followed by velvety tannins on the mid-palate and notes of vanilla on the long, textured finish.
Raymond R Collection Cabernet Sauvignon opens with aromas of dark red fruits and blackberry pie accented with a touch of clove. Opulent on the palate with rich flavours of rhubarb, plum and blackcurrant which intermingle seamlessly with the smooth tannins and create a long, delicious finish.
A quintessential Syrah with complex notes of rich, black fruits layered with forest floor, white pepper and black olive. Opulent and rich with superb balance.
Medium weight, with upfront flavours of blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry, followed by hints of clove and spicy black pepper. Plush, velvety tannins flood the luxurious finish.
Lustrous garnet in colour, with aromas of red cherries, plums and light spices that leap from the glass. The palate is fresh and fruit-driven, with a silky mouthfeel and layers of complexity.
Starboard Batch 88 is the name Quady gives to its Port-style wine, made with the same grape varieties and similar methods as they do in the Douro. The blend is smooth and soft with a chocolate raisin character. Several different vintages are used in the blend which has an average age of about 5 years.
Bold aromas of ripe red fruits are followed by spicy notes of cinnamon and clove. The palate shows flavours of raspberry and black cherry unfolding into hints of mocha and cardamom which last through to the bright, fresh finish.
Mouth-coating darker fruit flavours grace the palate, along liquorice and sweet spice notes. Firm tannin structure, balanced acidity and a long finish make this wine a great pairing with grilled meats.
The subtle berry and toasty oak aromas belie the delicious, mouth-coating flavours that follow. The luscious fruit is seamlessly balanced by the oak and restrained tannic structure, though to a long, seductive finish.
Smooth and delicious with aromas of black raspberry and blackcurrant, and hints of hibiscus, vanilla, cinnamon and clove. The opulent palate is bursting with black cherry, cassis and chocolate.
Mountain-grown Zinfandel, with tempting notes of opulent dark berries, spicy black pepper and a rich mineral essence, underpinned by beautifully integrated oak nuances through to a long, elegant finish.