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July 2008 - Number 129

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For more than 170 years Wyndham Estate has set the benchmark for quality Australian wines, proudly wearing the title of "industry pioneer" responsible for launching Australian wines onto the world stage.

English immigrant George Wyndham began this most important page in Australia's winemaking history in 1830 when he planted his first vineyard at Dalwood, along the banks of the Hunter River, in New South Wales.

George Wyndham led the way in promoting the fledging Australian wine industry, showing Dalwood Wines in the Great Expositions of Europe and the USA. The Hunter Valley wines quickly bagged a swag of international medals and in the process earned the Australian wine industry a reputation for high standards and exceptional quality.

To honour George Wyndham's memorable achievements, Dalwood Wines was renamed Wyndham Estate in 1970 - one hundred years after George Wyndham's death.

George Wyndham became the father of Australian Shiraz after planting Australia’s first commercial Shiraz vineyard in 1830. 178 years on, they continue to blend passion and pride with experience and know-how, handcrafting intensely flavoured wines.

The precision winemaking has led to the winery recently winning another downpour of gold, silver and bronze medals in the most prestigious wine shows from all around the world. We are excited to bring them to you now. To sweeten the deal, for the first 50 orders we will give you two blocks of Club Noir Intense Dark Chocolate with every case purchased! You must be quick, these prices are only available for five days.



 


Wyndham Estate Bin 555 Shiraz

You Save $4.09 / $49.08

GOLD, GOLD, GOLD!

Jack's Comments: Wow... What can I say about this stunner! I think the awards it has won speaks for itself. I have been a fan of this wine for a while and this vintage has just surpassed the rest. It is a big dark crimson red color with plum and berry aromas. A big full bodied wine with hints of spice and well balanced oak lead to a beautiful lingering finish at the back of the palate. I really enjoy this wine with an Indian curry but it can be enjoyed by itself and of course with some cheese.

Winemaker's Comments: The wine delivers rich plum and berry fruit flavours with hints of pepper and spice associated with premium Australian shiraz.

Awards/Trophies: Gold - Belgium
Gold - France
Gold - Sydney International
Riverina - Best Shiraz over 1 year old




Jack's Price $9.90 / $118.80
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


2005 George Wyndham Shiraz

You Save $4.32 / $51.89

GOLD MEDAL WINNER

Jack's Comments: What can I say.. This wine really is outstanding! Wyndham Estate just keeps on producing brilliant wines each vintage and this is no exception. It has great intense dark fruit flavors with a delicate balance that leads to a magnificent flavor explosion at the end.

Winemaker's Comments: This wine displays intense ripe plum and berry fruit with hints of chocolate and eucalypt. While ready to consumed now, George Wyndham Shiraz will reward medium to long term cellaring.

Awards/Trophies: Gold - Royal Hobart Wine Show
Gold - RASQ Wine Show & Mediterranean Challenge


Jack's Price $16.67 / $199.99
RRP $20.99 / $251.88


2005 George Wyndham Shiraz Grenache

You Save $4.32 / $51.89

BY GEORGE HE'S DONE IT!

Double Trophy winner Sydney Wine Show 2008
2 Gold 4 Silver

Jack's Comments: I really enjoyed this wine. Its not a blend we see enough of. It has ripe fruit flavors with hints of plum, berry and some spicey pepper at the end. The grenache does complement it by adding some sweet berry characteristics which leads to a medium boded wine with a nice lingering finish at the back of the palate. Does not disappoint!

Winemaker's Comments: This wine is a seamless fusion of two classic grape varieties, with the richness of shiraz complemented by the silkiness of grenache. Displays rich ripe plum characters from the shiraz complemented by the sweet raspberry flavors of the grenache. While ready to be consumed now, this wine will reward medium term cellaring.




Jack's Price$16.67 / $199.99
RRP $20.99 / $251.88


2005 Wyndham Estate Bin 444 Cabernet Sauvignon

You Save $4.09 / $49.08

AWARD WINNING CABERNET SAUVIGNON

Jack's Comments: Beautiful black current aromas spill out of this deep red coloured wine. It has a medium body with superb balance of ripe black current flavors and hints of spice and oak characteristics. It really is super wine and this is a steal at the price.

Winemaker's Comments: Bin 444 is a classic Australian Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has generous blackcurrant and cassis flavours complemented by soft tannins and well integrated oak to deliver a long and balanced finish.

Awards/Trophies: Gold - Finger lakes USA
Silver- in Belgium




Jack's Price $9.90 / $118.80
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


2006 Wyndham Estate Bin 515 Shiraz Viognier

You Save $4.09 / $49.08

Jack's Comments: This is the first vintage of this varietal for Wyndham and they have done a great job at first attempt. Ripe plum flavors with hints of spice are integrated with the subtle hints of viognier which balances out the wine to a medium boded finish. A very tidy wine.

Winemaker's Comments: Bin 515 is an exotic expression of Shiraz, matured in frenck oak barrels. This wine displays ripe dark cherries and blackberries layered with spice, pepper, violets and nuances of apricot. It offers a satin like texture and lifted floral arromatics.

Awards/Trophies: Gold - Tasters Guild International
Silver - Monde Selection Belgium


Jack's Price $9.90 / $118.80
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


2006 Wyndham Estate Bin 222 Chardonnay

You Save $4.09 / $49.08

GOLD MEDAL WINNER!

Jack's Comments: A rich flavored chardonnay with a creamy softness. Well balanced oak with a fresh citrus bouquet. Very impressive, it is drinking very well now after some age. You will enjoy!

Winemaker's Comments: This wine has rich and generous melon and peach flavors complemented by a lovely soft finish.It is a great example of a premium Australian Chardonnay style. Best served chilled as a great partner to mildly spiced Asian cuisine, seafood, chicken, light meat and pasta dishes.


Jack's Price $9.90 / $118.80
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


2007 Wyndham Estate Bin 777 Semillion Sauvignon Blanc

You Save $4.09 / $49.08

GOLD MEDAL WINNER!

Jack's Comments: The lemongrass and tropical fruit aromas draw you to this wine. I first sampled this wine on a nice sunny afternoon while enjoying some oysters and scallops and they complemented each other. It has wonderful fruit depth but still has a fresh feel to it. Well balanced acidity rolls at the end. Really enjoyed this wine.

Winemaker's Comments: Crisp, lively wine offering the refreshing flavors of lemongrass and tropical fruit s balanced by crisp acidity. This wine is a great partner for seafood, salads, white meat dishes and fragrant mildly spiced Asian cuisine.

Awards/Trophies: Gold - Sydney International Wine Competition, Bronze - Challenge Intenetional Du Vin - France


Jack's Price $9.90 / $118.80
RRP $13.99 / $167.88

Veuve Du Vernay

You Save $3.66 / $43.88

French Sparkling at the Right Price

Jack's Comments: A really good drinking french sparkling wine with lovely bead and flavour and I thought an absolute steal for the price. If you want to drink French sparkling this is the perfect wine for you.

Winemaker's Comments: A fine beaded, delightfully fresh and delicate sparkling wine with a charming touch of fruitness.


Jack's Price $13.33 / $160.00
RRP $16.99 / $203.88


Blue Pyrenees Vintage Brut

BUY 6 PACK GET $19.80 OFF THE SECOND 6PACK EQUATES TO $18.33 PER BOTTLE

Jack's Comments: The reason that I like this wine is that it has a lovely creamy texture to it, coupled with 6 years of age, which gives it that bready flavour that I simply adore.

Winemaker's Comments: Brilliantly clear, straw yellow with a touch of green. The Vintage Brut exhibits a fine and consistent bead. The complex aromas of freshly baked bread, toast and nuts are evidence of extended aging on yeast lees. Subtle hints of soft fruits and lemon zest give an overall impression of freshness and vitality. The concentrated autolytic characters of bread, toast and nuts, so evident on the nose, are complimented in the mouth by gentle bubbles that softly caress the cheeks. A lively palate is driven by a fresh lemon acidity which lingers with aged characters and gentle fruit flavours on the long finish.

Blend: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier

This is without doubt one of the best drinking sparkling wines on the market and at this price it is a steal.



Jack's Price $220.00 for 2 cases
 


2004 Alexander Park Cabernet Sauvignon

You Save $6.49 / $77.88

EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY WINE

Jack's Comments: This is one of the best reds that i've tasted in a long time. Beautiful blackcurrant flavours fill your mouth and the finish, well the finish seems to last for ever. An exceptional wine.

Winemaker's Comments: Mid crimson colour, capsicum and mint on the nose, sweet oak and fruit definition with nice mouth feel and great length.


Jack's Price $12.50 / $150.00
RRP $18.99 / $227.88


2006 Kenga Colombard Chardonnay

You Save $9.91 / $118.88

GREAT DRINKING AT THIS PRICE
Well below 1/2 price Save $100 a case on this bargain

Jack's Comments: A great soft and easy to drink white with good peach and buttery flavours; this wine is a real steal at this price. If you want to enjoy a glass of wine every night then this is the wine for you. Is a superb match with fresh seafood.

Winemaker's Comments: The refreshing citrus charaters of Colombard combine beautifully with the peach and melon richness of Chardonnay to create a wine of excellent balance and fruitness. A perfect wine to drink on its own or with White meats and seafood.

PACKAGE DEALS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR KENGA COLOMBARD CHARDONNAY:

2 Case Deals:
- Buy 2 Kenga Colombard Chardonnay for just $89.00
- Equates to just $3.71 per bottle!
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2 Case Deals:
- Buy 1 Kenga Shiraz Cabernet for $67.00
- Get 1 Kenga Colombard Chardonnay for just $47.00
- Equates to just $4.75 per bottle!
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Jack's Price $4.08 / $49.00
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


Kenga Shiraz Cabernet

You Save $8.41 / $100.88

French Sparkling at the Right Price

Jack's Comments: This is one of those export labels that we came across; It shows a lovely blend of sweet berry fruit and hints of spicey flavours; blanced and good depth that really does open up. I really believe this wine is an absolute bargin at this price.

Winemaker's Comments: The traditional Australian blending of premium Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon creates an elegant wine with fresh, fruity aroma and a medium bodied palate with intense berry flavors that is impossible to resist. This is an ideal wine for lunchtime and alfresco dining.

PACKAGE DEALS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR KENGA SHIRAZ CABERNET:

2 Case Deals:
- Buy 2 Kenga Shiraz Cabernet for just $114.00
- Equates to just $4.75 per bottle!
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2 Case Deals:
- Buy 1 Kenga Shiraz Cabernet for $67.00
- Get 1 Kenga Colombard Chardonnay for just $47.00
- Equates to just $4.75 per bottle!
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Jack's Price $5.58 / $67
RRP $13.99 / $167.88


Angelinas 10 Year Old Liqueur Tawny Port

You Save $7.57 / $90.88

LIMITED RELEASE LIQUEUR TAWNY PORT AVAILABLE NOW

Jack's Comments: A truly magnificent port that deserves to be rated highly among the best under the $20 price point. Nice spicy flavour with an oaky very smooth finish.

Winemaker's Comments: Light amber in colour with lifted rancio oak and grounded spice aromas. A wonderfully aged liqueur tawny port, with rich flavours of aged fruit complimented by a delicate satin texture and lingering oak flavours on the finish.


Jack's Price $15.42 / $185.00
RRP $22.99 / $275.88
   


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