Banjo's Run Sauvignon Blanc 2011 & Arrogant Frog Croak Rotie Shiraz 2011
Arrogant Frog
Croak Rotie Shiraz 2011
The Southern Highlands wine region in NSW is one to watch for its often-stellar
Sauvignon Blancs off vineyards that thrive in the cool-climate conditions that
suit the variety so well.
And one truly stellar performer is the small Banjo's Run at Exeter at the very
southern end of the Highlands region, its 2011 Sauvignon Blanc a wonderfully
fresh and aromatic wine with plenty of varietal flavour. Owner Bill Hall bought
the old and somewhat rundown vineyard around three years ago and has achieved
wonders in his program of rejuvenation.
The 2011 growing season was cool throughout and with record high rainfall that
resulted in vigorous canopy growth and subsequent slow-ripening of fruit that
developed those intense flavours. With typically Sauvignon Blanc passionfruit
and tropical fruits to the fore, its one to enjoy with Thai foods, or if you are
not into spiciness, with a wide range of seafoods.
Value buying at $28 from the cellar door, or $308 a case - order on 0408 228 724
or www.banjosrun.com.au. Delivery charges apply to some areas.
Wine of the Week:
Take Old World wines from some of the best vineyards in France's Languedoc
region, apply New World methods and philosophies in the winery and you can
expect a top drop - and a top price.
But quirky-named Arrogant Frog has achieved the Old World/New World combination
with its 2011 Croak Rotie Shiraz, and put it on the shelves here for just
$10.99. Smooth and quite luscious in flavour, it's a great and affordable drop
with barbecued mint-marinated lamb steaks.
Available only through Dan Murphy's, BWS and Woolworth's Liquor.
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