WINE TASTING GROUP 16TH SEPTEMBER 2014. HOSTED
BY JOHN & SHEILA.
WINE NO.1. 2012. WILLIAM HARDY CABERNET SAUVIGNON.
SOUTH AUSTRALIA. 14% VOL. PURCHASED FROM ASDA AT £5.
The result of 5 generations of Hardy’s expertise this stylish
Cabernet Sauvignon has a classic mint and dark berry flavours complemented by
fine tannins and a full savoury finish. We all appreciated the dark ruby
appearance and clean aroma. We felt that this wine lasted slightly with the
aftertaste and was a good drink with our cheese and biscuits. It attracted an
average score of 7.4.
WINE NO. 2. 2011. CHATEAU VENUS GRAVES. FRANCE. 13%
VOL. PURCHASED FROM LIDL AT £9.
Produced by Emmanuel Et Bertrand Amart in Medudon, Bordeaux,
this unusual grape was appreciated by nearly all of us. With a pleasant red/ruby
appearance, it had a good aroma, and quite a strong dark berry taste. With very
little tanins this balanced wine had a good lasting aftertaste and good body.
It attracted an average score of 8.
JOHN BENFIELD.
