We met at Brian and Pat’s on a lovely day and were all pleased to see that we would be enjoying our wine out on their patio. An excellent selection of cheese and biscuits accompanied our wine.
WINE NO. 1. WHITE 2012 PINOT GRIGIO from the TURNING LEAF vineyards of California USA, purchased from Morrisons at £4.99.
This wine is crisp and fruity with apple and pear overtones. It was very favourably received by the whole group, and was a first for our group, with a maximum score of 10,from one member. We all felt that it was a bright clear wine, with a balanced light feel to it. The overall average score was also our highest to date receiving a 9.25. Needless to say, we all felt that this wine was an excellent buy, at this price.
WINE NO. 2. RED 2012 BANKSIDE SHIRAZ from the HARDY ESTATE vineyards of South Eastern Australia. Purchased from Morrisons at £5.29.
With a very balanced deep intensity, this wine had a good acidity, plenty of tannins, and a deep intensity, with a pleasant smell. It had a good lasting flavour. The BANKSDE wines are a tribute to the cellars that were started by Thomas Hardy in 1853, making this vineyard, one of the oldest in Australia. We all enjoyed this wine which attracted an average score of 7.8.
John
