McGuigan Hand Made Shiraz Langhorne Creek 2015
We managed to secure some limited stocks of the 2015 vintage and if you lack patience when it comes to cellaring this has seven years under its belt and is drinking beautifully now. Nose is enticing with layers of dark fruits, black currents and subtle spices. The palate is friendly and approachable with a certain elegance and charm and a richness that seems to be a consistent feature of Langhorne Creek Shiraz. Wonderful layers of black current, blackberries, plums with secondary notes of vanilla, cherries and fruit cake all work together for your drinking pleasure. Really enjoy drinking this wine. This is more of a drink short term wine- over the next 3 – 5 years. Pair with your favorite red meat dish from the grill or hearty Italian red meat or game dishes.
The Philosophy 2013
This is a quintessentially an Australian blend, of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Shiraz and draws down from both grape varietals contributing to the balance, restraint and elegance of this wine. There is a bold rich quality to this wine that is undeniable.
Enticing aromas of blueberries, dark fruits with cooking herbs are only the beginning. Delivered on a smooth velvety palate, that coats your mouth, almost seamless layers of blueberry jam, blackberries with a solid streak of dark chocolate with secondary notes of plum, licorice and sweet tobacco that lingers on a very long finish. Savor this wine, don’t rush it. You don’t want to miss the wonderful balance and finesse this has to offer. An absolute pleasure to drink. It already has 9 years under the belt but further rewards for patience can be gained over the next 5 plus years. Pair with any of your favorite red meat dishes.
Vine to Table 