201 . BELLE GLOS DAIRYMAN PINOT NOIR RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY - USA
Dark ruby red in colour with satisfying aromas of boysenberry , dark cherry and mulberry along with delicate hints of baking spices , dill , cola , nutmeg and vanilla . On the palate , bold flavours of cranberry , ripe plum , cherry and super-ripe strawberry are uplifted by gentle notes of cocoa powder and sweet fig for a generous and silky mouthfeel . This tremendously complex and broadshouldered wine finishes with grace .
Avtar Bains and Monika Deol Value : $ 63
202 . HEWITSON OLD GARDEN MOURVEDRE 2013 BAROSSA VALLEY - AUSTRALIA
The vineyard was planted in 1853 , the old vines yield extrodinarily concentrated fruit . The briary , blackberry fruit is lavished with toasty , vanilla-scented French oak , which melds nicely into a full-bodied , slightly creamy-textured wine that avoids any sensation of warmth or heaviness . Drink now – 2030 .
Wang Family Value : $ 103
203 . YALUMBA THE SIGNATURE 2015 BAROSSA VALLEY - AUSTRALIA
A classic Australian blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz , the first vintage release of The Signature was in 1962 . Since then , this outstanding wine has acknowledged more than 57 Signatories ; people who have enhanced the traditions and culture of Yalumba . This wine is medium to deep brick red in colour and opens with perfumed fruits , showing blue exotic florals , pomegranate and cranberry , with milk chocolate and liquorice depth . The palate is medium weighted with a fresh , tight acidity carrying through . Stylish , approachable and very drinkable . To enjoy this wine at its best , we recommend decanting it .
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Brandes Family Value : $ 77
85 SILENT AUCTION