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As the seasons change, why not try something different: 29 May 2022.<\/h3>\nAll of these vibrant & dynamic wines are ready to sip, savour & share. I am sure some of these grape varietals & wine styles are new to some readers. But the following selection of engaging red wines – are an ideal pairing with varied occasions and cuisine. Here are a few brief words to describe my first impressions and the essence of each wine. A diverse range of enjoyable now red wine expressions that are worth sharing.
\nRemember – ‘when & where possible, all wines tastes better when served from the appropriate glass and at the ideal temperature\u2019.\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-01\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tEON of Bendigo Pinot Noir 2016
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Pinot Noir
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Bendigo in Central Otago – NZ
\n*Original Winemakers:<\/strong> *Ben Glover & Cleighten Cornelius
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThe project and wine was originally crafted under the direction of the acclaimed Ben Glover. Eon was born out of an incredible passion to produce the finest Pinot Noir. Eon is a contemporary style which has been created from the stunning region of Bendigo in Central Otago. *(Limited Release)
\n\u2022 This single vineyard Pinot Noir has an enticing bouquet of mountain wild thyme, bracken and classic dark cherries. The palate is no less complex, showcasing those regional flavours of morello cherries, red currants, hilltop flowers and dried herbs. The French oak, fruit tannins and natural acidity are in good balance crafting a long silky finish.\n

\u2022 Soft decanting & serve between 15\u00b0- 17\u00b0C : 13.5% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 2 – 3 years : *Retail ~ NZ$48.99 <\/p>\n\tKILIKANOON \u2018Killerman\u2019s Run\u2019 G.S.M 2020
\nGrape Varietals:<\/strong> 50% Grenache, 40% Shiraz & 10% Mataro
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Clare Valley – South Australia
\n*Chief & Senior Winemakers:<\/strong> Peter Warr & Kirby Graudins – *(both joining in late 2018)
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThis moreish Rh\u00f4ne Valley inspired blended red wine, was crafted through careful fruit selection and traditional winemaking techniques. Along with 15 months maturation in new and seasoned French oak hogsheads, after blending it was bottled unfiltered to fully enhance the wines character and palate appeal.
\n\u2022 The palate is generous and seamless, one could nearly say a classic French styled blend. On the nose your senses will be engaged by ripe dark berry fruits, dried spices & truffle-chocolate notes, all complimented by hints of vanilla French oak. The three varietals seamless entwine bring a lush mouth feel with structure and a smooth lingering finish.\n

\u2022 Mild decanting & serve between 17\u00b0- 18\u00b0C : 14.5% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 3 – 4 years : *Retail ~ NZ$29.99 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-04\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-02\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tCHAKANA ‘Estate Selection’ Malbec 2019
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Malbec
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Mendoza – Argentina
\nChief Winemaker:<\/strong> Gabriel Bloise
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nAfter harvesting, the fruit parcels went through low intervention traditional vinification. Then once Gabriel was happy with the colour and flavour extraction – a portion of the wine was transferred into a mix of French oak barrels and the remainder into concrete tanks for 12 months. *(unfiltered – so stand upright for at least 24 hours before opening)
\n\u2022 Inviting aroma expressing ripe dark berries, mixed with dried herbs and a touch of mocha coffee. The textural medium weighted palate has a generous fruit forward nature, along with well-balanced smooth tannins and a deft infusion of vanilla oak, which produces a moreish and appealing crowd-pleasing finish.\n

\u2022 Unfiltered – Medium Decanting & serve 16\u00b0- 18\u00b0C : 13.5% Alc. – Dry Style : Cellar 3 – 4 years : *Retail ~ NZ$30.99 <\/p>\n\tPAUL MAS R\u00e9serve \u2018Vieilles Vignes\u2019 Carignan 2020
\nGrape Varietal:<\/strong> 100% Carignan
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Languedoc – South of France
\nOwner \/ Winemaker:<\/strong> Jean-Claude Mas
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThe crafting of this wine saw daily pump overs to extract colour and varietal flavours, then the fermented wine before malolactic fermentation started, was pressed to 50% oak barrels, with the other half to vats. The wine was aged for 6 months in American oak (with 20% new). In May the wine was filtered and bottled.
\n\u2022 This wine has a hypnotic aroma of wild forest berries and exotic dried spices. The palate is upfront and engaging, showcasing small dark berries, tobacco, dried herbs and earthy spice notes. The vines are over 52 years old, and have a charismatic personality expressing those dark berry flavours & infused earthy characters on a lingering dry finish.\n

\u2022 Medium decanting & serve between 16\u00b0- 18\u00b0C : 13.5% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 5 – 6 years : *Retail ~ NZ$29.99 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-03\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-05\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tMONTES \u2018Alpha\u2019 Carm\u00e9n\u00e8re 2019
\nGrape Varietals:<\/strong> 90% Carm\u00e9n\u00e8re & 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Colchagua Valley – Chile
\nFounder \/ Chief Winemaker:<\/strong> Aurelio Montes
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \nThe grapes for this wine were hand-harvested. Once the second fermentation ended, 55% of the wine was racked into mixed ages of French oak barrels where it developed for 12 months; the other proportion remaining in concrete tanks until the final blending, prior to bottling.
\n\u2022 The nose has lifted aromas of ripe dark fruits, blueberries, blackberries, along with dried spices of black pepper, nutmeg and cinnamon. The time in French oak barrels has added to the rich berry characters adding nuances of dark cacao, vanilla and toast. The palate is textural, with a good mouth feel balance, that leads to a long off-dry finish.\n

\u2022 Medium decanting & serve between 17\u00b0- 18\u00b0C : 14.5% Alc. – Off Dry Style : Cellar 4 – 5 years : *Retail ~ NZ$32.99 <\/p>\n\tLAN \u2018Reserva\u2019 Rioja 2015
\nGrape Varietals:<\/strong> 92% Tempranillo & 8% Mazuelo
\nGrowing Region:<\/strong> Rioja – Northern Spain
\nHead Winemaker:<\/strong> Mar\u00eda Bar\u00faa
\n4 Stars \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 \n\u2018LAN\u2019 is an acronym for the 3 provinces that make up the Rioja wine region: Logro\u00f1o, \u00c1lava and Navarra. Selected vineyards with an average age of more than 25 years were chosen. This \u2018Reserva\u2019 spent at least 18 months in hybrid barrels of French and American oak, and then around 20 months in bottle before release.
\n\u2022 Inviting aromas of ripe mixed berry fruits with prairie flowers and dried spice aromas. These are joined by flavours from its time in oak, with hints of cinnamon and tobacco. The palate has a velvety texture, and nicely balanced by respectful oak working in harmony with the natural fruit tannins. A long dry finish, that encourages you to take another sip.\n

\u2022 Mild decanting & serve between 15\u00b0- 17\u00b0C : 14.5% Alc. – Classic Dry Style : Cellar 3 – 4 years : *Retail ~ NZ$34.99 <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Alt-Red-Wine-Bottle-May-22-06\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\"Mixed-Winemaker-Banner-May-2022\"\n\tThese vibrant & dynamic red wines are available from Fine Wine Retailers \u2022 Restaurants \u2022 Wine Bars & Winery Website.
*(prices, vintages & availability will vary by outlet & country)\n

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