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Stephen McGarry

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Raats Bush Vine Chenin Blanc Limited Release 2020

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Simpsons of Barham Court Beora 2016

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Sottovento Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC 2017

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Villion Henning Chenin Blanc 2017

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Dominic Hentall Las Dos Tierras Malbec 2015

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David Akiyoshi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi 2013

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Catoria The Dome 2014

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EDIT**** October 2022 After more than 5 years, I’ve finally come to the end of this limited edition wine from Carmen, and boy, what a ride. I’ve bumped this up to 5 hearts of course, how could I not? It’s been a super wine, and right to this last bottle, been a consistently bold red, dominated by character, but more it’s been a super advert for patience. My earlier experiences of this wine were in hindsight, reflective of the wines complexity and character, there was always more than just fruit in this wine, it has layers of savoury notes adding depth and body. However those earlier experiences were less harmonious and the wine over the years has certainly developed greater harmony. I’d liken it to a smoothening of the edges, making the wine softer and easier while retaining the power and body. What a smashing wine, thanks Carmen for finding this parcel of fruit and letting us enjoy it!! Original review May 2017 This is an excellent bordeaux blend by the wonderful and caring Carmen Stevens. Tasted in high competition at last nights VinChin, the Dome was far more elegant and complex versus the fruit of the Coastal blend. That is to say, they are different. I rated both Dome and Coastal blend at 4 hearts and would definitely enjoy both again, but on different occasions. (Firstly, a lovely touch on the cork "Only for Angels"...) The Dome is more sedate and understated on the nose, a more acidic/tannic nose, maybe stewed rhubard, some leather, wood, tobacco - complexity is the word! A deeper purple hue here, the taste is more compelling than the nose promises. Its still complex and more savoury than fruity, its definitely a wine to serve with food, a bold beef casserole or stew, or a steak with sauce would partner this amazingly, the food bringing out flavours and depth in the wine. Its important to note too that the Dome opens up after 3 hours, at first what is maybe a touch closed, relaxes into its comfort zone. It needs time to breath, plus, it bodes well for ageing potential. Good job i have 3 more bottles to try. Keep up the great work Carmen, we love you!

Kruger Family Elements 2012

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wow, i was left speechless by this one (hence the other review) but now with time to compose myself I shall try and do this beautiful wine justice. Tasted last night on the VinChin SA bordeaux blends, we were really spoiled by some fabulous wines. The Kruger Family Elements was universally adored by all last night and came out worthy winner. A lush ruby red colour, this is definitely a lure for the weak willed. On opening, the nose is an abundance of fabulous fruit, blackberries, cherry, plum, damsons, just tempting you to dive straight in....after an hour or two, the nose settles, and more complex notes creep through, some leather, a bit of cocoa. The calm before the storm is perhaps a little deceiving as the explosion that follows in the mouth was for me like that scene in Ratatouille (the film, about a Rat that can cook....great film!) where the food critic Anton Ego sits down and takes a first bite of the Ratatouille.... sublime, stunning, speechless. This is a complex blend that just about hits perfection, the right balance of fruit, some strawberry and cherry following through, balanced with savoury tones, pepper and oak, balancing just right on acidity and lingering tannins in the mouthfeel. Lush, velvety, this is WOW....This is a wine that is 5 hearts now, but it will age well if stored correctly, I'm sure it will change, become more mature, more complex, but will I have the patience? I met Johann on the Summer tour in Manchester, and he was stunned when I confessed I had 5 bottles of the 2012, and I hadn't yet opened any...well I've broken that duck now and I can understand his amazement. He must be very proud of his baby! I just want to tell everyone, want to take bottles out into the streets and introduce people to my new find, my new favourite wine (but then again, no, its all mine, my PRECIOUS....) Damn, the 2013 is out of stock...

Christian Patat Appassimento 2014

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Grasshopper Rock Central Otago Pinot Noir 2013

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mmmm...gorgeous. So 4.5/5 is my own Novice way of leaving myself somewhere to go in case I ever find something better on NW (EDIT, after finally breaking my 5heart duck, including the 2014 vintage, how could I not bump this up too?). So a week or so ago, I had a rather disastrous bottle of some supermarket red that I took to a meal at the in-laws. When glasses are poured down the sink you know things are bad - it was probably just a case of a cheap red being laid to long, but it raised the stakes and today I needed a sure fire hit for a Sunday Roast Chicken otherwise the in-laws may have been questioning their daughters choice in husband (ok maybe not that bad, but I certainly didn't want to embarrass myself again with a poor wine selection). So being a family that prefers red, I needed something other than an oaky Chardonnay, and wow, did I have the perfect Pinot Noir delivered this week. As a NW novice, I'm not too knowledgeable with my wine descriptions, the aromas, flavours, textures - but two bottles of this certainly had us all waxing lyrical. I'm certain that I have added a new level of appreciation to my palate - normally I go for bold reds, Aussie Shiraz, or New World Merlot, (with a touch of quality fizz thrown in) but this Pinot Noir was something else - smooth, velvety, and with a fruity bouquet, there was also talk of pepper and a slight zing, reminiscent of fizz. The first bottle was a great accompaniment to a wonderful roast chicken, while the second bottle just went down beautiful with good conversation and a helping of cheese and biscuits. As I look on now at the NW forums, and those pictures posted of fans with their collections dating back to 2008 or 2009, I can say I am converted myself and fully intend to be in the same position in future years with my own collection as I lay down my first bottles of 2013 vintage!!! Mr Handford, please please keep a case of your next vintage for me!

Stephen McGarry

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Raats Bush Vine Chenin Blanc Limited Release 2020

Simpsons of Barham Court Beora 2016

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David Akiyoshi Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi 2013

Catoria The Dome 2014

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Dominic Hentall Chardonnay 2014

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