Paul Ippolito Talks Wine: Wines Of the Week

With Paul Ippolito

White Wine Selection

Wyndham Estate Bin 777 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2006

This Hunter producer has produced this interesting white blend. Vibrant and spicy. Green herbs, gooseberry and citrus lemons flow. Young, fresh, crisp and lively acidity as well. Dry in style with a lean body and medium length of finish. A really nice easy drinking quaffable white wine. Try it with chicken curry. Drink Now. About $14.

Red Wine Selection

Majella The Musician Cabernet Shiraz 2006

Ripe blackcurrants, rich blackberries along with succulent plums and a distinctive choc-mint character emanate from the wine's aromas. Overall well structured, it is quite supple and well rounded on the palate. Seamless and with integrated oak. Very drinkable indeed. Try it with grilled Italian sausages. Drink Now to 2010. About $15.

Wine Rating Scale - Out Of 100 Points

98-100 – Exceptional – A truly world class wine
95-97 – Superb – A memorable drinking experience
91-94 – Excellent – A wonderful mix of a top wine at a decent price
88-90 - Very Good – Really well made wine that should impress
85-87 – Good – Honest everyday drinking

Paul Ippolito is a Sydney wine writer who writes for publications across Australia, the internet and overseas. Read more of his work at www.paulippolito.com.au

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