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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

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)

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)

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)


Ratings Key:
96 — 100
Spectacular
92 — 95
Outstanding
89 — 91
Great
85 — 88
Good
81 — 84
Solid

 

By Jason Barlow

www.wakefieldwines.com

 

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