Tasting Note
Sydney Time
Copyright © Ric Einstein 2009
Copyright © Ric Einstein 2007
Hanging Tree Wines Dante's
Fuego Jan 07
The bouquet shows interesting nuances with stalky varnished oak, earthy notes,
subtle chocolate, iodine and red fruits. A medium-weight wine, this Sparking
Shiraz is not as big as most on the market and has a creamy mouth feel. Also in
it's favour is that whilst it has some sweetness, it is controlled and is well
balanced to the bubble and acid, all contributing to its easy drinking nature,
but
it does not have a lot of
complexity. Flavours of red fruits, bandaids, chocolate
and surprising mint on the finish; there is also a stalky metallic edge which
indicates probable Brett. Rated as Agreeable with ** for value. Available
from the winery
for $35 a bottle and sealed with cork.
