Kooyong

Just released (I think) and might I add what a big fan I am of Kooyong. They are so hot right now. I had the 2003 Kooyong Meres the other night which was a very good wine and I think this is just as good. The wines all have a certain elegance and dry savoury quality that I find very attractive. There is complexity here as well as good fruit (but not too much of it)…and closed with Diam cork to boot. I am starting to really think these corks are the ants pants. Time will tell though….

Attractive crimson red colour. Looks good. Smells good with aromas of cherry and red fruits, spice, smoke, underbrush and cedar/vanilla oak. On the palate medium bodied and quite dry and spicy. Red fruit and more savoury undergrowthy flavours are mixed with a light sappy character. Quite lively fresh acidity and light grainy tannins. Finishes dry, tangy and spicy. I suspect this wine will be much better in a year or so as it gains further complexity and softens up a bit. If you fancy a lighter bodied more European style to drink with a spot of duck confit (it must be dinner time…) then this wine should be right up your alley.

Rated : 92 Points
Tasted : Feb06
Alcohol : 13.5%
Price : $38
Closure : Diam
Drink : 2006 - 2011
Source : Winery Sample
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