Wakefield
Wines
Wakefield
Wines continue to offer fine values in the market place.
With each bottle under $20, it's hard to go wrong. The wines,
while not overly complex, are consistent and approachable. In
other words, they may not be something you'd serve to dinner
guests, but they make a fine choice for everyday sipping.
Wakefield
Wine Label Reviews
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Wakefield
- Promised Land 2008 Shiraz Cabernet
Grape(s):
Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvingon
Winery: Wakefield
Region: Australia
Year: 2008
Special Designation: Promise Land
Price: 10-15
Review:
A dark of offers aromas of currants, bramble fruit, pepper,
mocha, and hint of game. Flavors of currants, cherries,
and plums are accented by notes of leather, pepper, and
a hint of dark chocolate. A rich, robust wine, with a
good body, it's made for red meat.
Rating: 88
Character: supple mouthfeel,
solid tannins, dark fruit
Farming Certification: (none) |
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Wakefield
- Estate 2010 Riesling
Grape(s):
Riesling
Winery: Wakefield
Region: Australia
Year: 2010
Special Designation: Clare Valley
Price: 15-20
Review:
Light aromas of apple and lime are accented by floral
hints. On the palate, lime and green apple meld with floral
suggestions. A clean, crisp wine, that's nice a dry for
a Riesling, it makes a very nice aperitif.
Rating: 87
Character: bright fruit,
crisp mouthfeel, fresh acidity
Farming Certification: (none) |
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Wakefield
- Promised Land 2009 Chardonnay
Grape(s):
Chardonnay (unwooded)
Winery: Wakefield
Region: Australia
Year: 2009
Special Designation: Promise Land
Price: 10-15
Review:
Aromas of lemon and tropical notes make up the nose. A
sip unfurls flavors of pineapple, guava, and citrus notes.
Round but still fairly bright, this wine is perfect for
people that are over oak.
Rating: 88
Character: lush fruit,
bright, round mouthfeel, balanced acidity
Farming Certification: (none) |
96
— 100 |
Spectacular |
92
— 95 |
Outstanding |
89
— 91 |
Great |
85
— 88 |
Good |
81
— 84 |
Solid |
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By
Jason Barlow
www.wakefieldwines.com
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