WINES OF THE MONTH
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QuickviewAngel’s Peak, Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra 2013
Monthly Wines, Our Wine, Red WinesBUY 12 AND SAVE $95.40 ** ends Friday 20 April 2018 The name ‘Angels Peak’ is a tongue-in-cheek reference to the lack of ‘peaks’ in the very flat Coonawarra. No residual sugar, below organic levels of sulphur, and organically grown. “This is a very good cabernet at the price; there is a welter of cassis-accented fruit, fine, persistent, tannins and well integrated oak. A serious bargain with excellent length.”$27.95- James Halliday 92 points James Halliday 92 points
- Wine Show Case Magazine - 90 points
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QuickviewRouge Vintner Stemless Glass Gift Box (set of 4 glasses)
Glassware, Monthly WinesThe Rouge Vintner glassware range is for the wine obsessed. Designed by our very own Dru Reschke, after 20 years in the wine industry he wanted to create a glass that was not only beautiful but practical. Each glass has been coated with potassium salt which typically gives the glass 5 times the strength of a normal glass – this makes them suitable for use in domestic and commercial dishwashers. The rim has been cold cut and polished, this allows each glass to not only be fine and lightweight but also very strong and durable. Each gift box contains 4 glasses and makes an excellent wedding, engagement or Christmas present.$49.95Dru's checklist:
Why has it been so hard to find a stemless wine glass that can also serve whiskey? One that, if tipped over, bounces right back up again. One that can be laid on its side to aerate a worthy whiskey. One that has a fine edge whilst being 5x stronger than normal glass. When I couldn’t find that glass, I designed it myself.Glass features:
- A fine cold-cut lip
- 5 x stronger than normal glass
- Ideal for both red and white wine & spirits
- The widest point is 150ml (5oz) for maximum aeration and exactly 5 glasses from every bottle
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QuickviewRouge Vintner Wine Glass Gift Box (set of 4 glasses)
Glassware, Monthly WinesThe Rouge Vintner glassware range is for the wine obsessed. Designed by our very own Dru Reschke, after 20 years in the wine industry he wanted to create a glass that was not only beautiful but practical. Each glass has been coated with potassium salt which typically gives the glass 5 times the strength of a normal glass – this makes them suitable for use in domestic and commercial dishwashers. The rim has been cold cut and polished, this allows each glass to not only be fine and lightweight but also very strong and durable. Each gift box contains 4 glasses and makes an excellent wedding, engagement or Christmas present.$49.95Dru's checklist:
Why has it been so hard to find a wine glass that’s just right for both red and white? One that is big, but can still fit in the dishwasher. One that gives precisely five glasses from each bottle without needing a line. One with a fine rim, but 5 x stronger than normal glass. When I couldn’t find that glass, I designed it myself.Glass features:
- A fine cold-cut lip
- 5 x stronger than normal glass
- Ideal for both red & white wine
- The widest point is 150ml (5oz) for maximum aeration
- Exactly 5 glasses from every bottle
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QuickviewRouge Vintner Sparkling Glass Gift Box (set of 4 glasses)
Glassware, Monthly WinesThe Rouge Vintner glassware range is for the wine obsessed. Designed by our very own Dru Reschke, after 20 years in the wine industry he wanted to create a glass that was not only beautiful but practical. Each glass has been coated with potassium salt which typically gives the glass 5 times the strength of a normal glass - this makes them suitable for use in domestic and commercial dishwashers. The rim has been cold cut and polished, this allows each glass to not only be fine and lightweight but also very strong and durable. Each gift box contains 4 glasses and makes an excellent wedding, engagement or Christmas present.$49.95Dru's checklist:
"Why has it been so hard to find the perfect champagne glass? I just wanted one that I can fill in one pour without the bubbles overflowing. One that is wide enough to give off better aromas. One that has a shorter bottom to reach for polishing. And one that is strong, yet still has a fine edge. When I couldn’t find that glass, I designed it myself."Sparkling glass features:
- Designed to prevent bubbles overflowing when pouring
- Patented 15oz/150ml curve
- 5 x stronger than normal glass
- Designed for maximum sparkling aroma
- Easy to reach bottom for polishing
- A fine, cold-cut rim
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QuickviewEmily May, Rosé Pinot Noir, Mount Gambier 2018
Monthly Wines, Our Wine, White WinesKoonara is the name of our property in Coonawarra which has been in our family for over 100 years, and where my Gran - Emiline May Reschke - lived until she was 99. Accomplished dressmaker and designer, teacher, bridge and scrabble guru, and professional floral artist. Here’s to you Gran. A delicate but complex wine, with hints of Turkish delight and maraschino cherry and raspberry notes. Our 2017 vintage won: – Trophy for Best Rose at the Sydney Royal Wine Show 2017 – Trophy for The Stewards Annual Prize at the Sydney Royal Wine Show 2017 – Gold Sydney Royal Wine Show 2017 KPMG – Gold Melbourne International Wine Competition 2017 – Gold International Cool Climate Wine Show 2017 – Class 23 Download tasting notes PDF for 2018 vintage Download tasting notes PDF for 2017 vintage$19.95 -
QuickviewAngel’s Peak, Shiraz, Coonawarra 2015
Monthly Wines, Our Wine, Red WinesNew release, and new label design! The painting of the wings was a 1.8m creation Dru did especially for the label. The name ‘Angels Peak’ is a tongue-in-cheek reference to the lack of ‘peaks’ in the very flat Coonawarra. No residual sugar, below organic levels of sulphur, 18 month in 100% French Oak Barrels (20% new). This wine has seamless mint dark chocolate and coffee notes, over silky mulberries and molasses. Lift this bottle to the light and try to see through the neck. The density of colour shows the quality of the grapes that went into this wine. Since flavour and deep colour in Shiraz comes from the skin, we grow our grapes smaller, about the size of a pea. “A complexity of sweet briary fruit and spicy oak aromas; hints of pencil shavings. Attractive maturation characters on the palate mingling generous plum fruit and crisp acid.” - Winestate Magazine. Food match: Char-grilled eye fillet with wasabi and mascarpone soft cheese. 5 star and Equal Top In Category, Winestate Magazine 2018 Download tasting notes PDF – 2015 vintage Download tasting notes PDF – 2014 vintage$25.00 -
QuickviewA Song for Alice, Riesling, Mount Gambier 2013
Monthly Wines, Our Wine, White WinesAged release This wine is named after our little girl Alice (6 year), who loves to sing songs she has made up. Like this wine, they are beautiful in their purity and make you smile. When she is old enough, this will be our song to her. Just 40 minutes south of our Coonawarra vineyards are our Mount Gambier vineyards. Mount Gambier is the coolest region in mainland Australia and has perfect conditions for creating excellent Riesling. Razor-sharp flint rocks rise from the thin soils under vines, and the pure underground water flows from the famous Blue Lake. This vintage is fresh, crisp, lean with some lovely minerality and lemon/citrus characters. Food match: Vietnamese prawn and glass noodle salad. Awards: 91 points James Halliday Download tasting notes PDF – 2013 vintage Download tasting notes PDF – 2015 vintage$20.00 -
QuickviewFlowers for Lucy, Moscato 2018
Monthly Wines, Our Wine, White WinesThree days a week our two little girls would stroll into the Cellar Door to say hello, and almost always they were holding flowers picked along the way. Alice’s flowers would proudly go to her Mum, while Lucy’s - with her arm out stretched proudly - went to me. “These are for you Dad,” she’d say. One day - when she is old enough to enjoy in moderation - the burst of floral flavours in this Moscato will be my flowers to her. Dru and Nicole Reschke. Great balance of sweetness and refreshing lime, Flowers for Lucy has low alcohol – making it easier to have a glass or two before or after dinner. Food match: Summer berry trifle and homemade icecream. Moscato Spritzer 3 parts Flowers for Lucy 2 parts Aperol 1 part Soda Water Crushed ice Lucy Cocktail 150ml Flowers for Lucy 30ml Gin Crushed ice with a sprig of mint Download tasting notes PDF - 2018 vintage Download tasting notes PDF - 2017 vintage Download tasting notes PDF - 2016 vintage$18.95
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Naracoorte Cup – Koonara & Coopers Marquee 2018
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The Original Mount Gambier Pop-up Bar January 2018
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