We Come From A Land Down Under

Dropping by for a quick visit was Delegat, importer of wines from New Zealand and Australia.  We checked out the newest vintages of Oyster Bay and Barossa Valley Estate:

Oyster Bay Chardonnay 2015.  Tart, steely Chardonnay with only the slightest hint of malo.  A great aperitif for those patio parties this summer.

Oyster Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2016.  The grapefruit is subtle, dialed down to almost a whisper.  It’s bright and fresh, a great wine for lighter dishes.

Oyster Bay Pinot Noir 2014.  Earthy and soft, with light notes of cherry and red berry flavors, a touch of dusty earth and light baking spices.

Oyster Bay Merlot 2014.  Leaner and lighter than a California or even Bordeaux styled Merlot, this gives you lots of acidity, yet still a good grip of tannins.

Barossa Valley Estate GSM 2015.  Juicy, fruity style of GSM from this great Barossa producer.  Hints of black pepper woven into a fabric of strawberry and blueberry compote.

Barossa Valley Estate Shiraz 2013.  Bold red berries and dried herbs make for a medium-to-full-bodied red, beefed up with dark baking spices and a savory note of soy and sassafrass.
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Barossa Valley Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2015.  A touch of eucalyptus emerges in this full-bodied, dark-fruited red, showing cassis, sage and black cherry notes.