Monthly Archives: January 2011

Brookfields Hillside Syrah 2001

Posted on 9 January 2011 by Gary Bowering

This wine was pretty good on release but it’s aged to be even better. Some won’t like this because it’s more ‘French’ Syrah than ‘Aussie’ Shiraz… but I do – a lot. Chocolate and mixed black and white pepper on the nose. … Continue reading →

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Ch Haut Brion 1981

Posted on 3 January 2011 by Gary Bowering

Level almost perfect (high neck) and cork perfect. Pronounced amber edge but still a good depth of red. Nose a touch musty initially (this wasn’t decanted) but as it warms and airs this recedes allowing delicate black fruit aromas to … Continue reading →

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Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Champagne 1993

Posted on 2 January 2011 by Gary Bowering

Golden with fine persistent bead. Toasty yeast, shortbread and honeyed peaches nose. Rich and full nutty biscuit palate and acid in perfect balance. Long finish with lovely pinot and lees characters. At peak. Épernay, Champagne, France 19/20 [tasted 02-01-2011] www.polroger.com … Continue reading →

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