We all know who Charles Spurgeon is, right! No? Same. However, I came across a quote of his that read, “Carve your name on hearts, not on marble.” Charles passed away 1892 but, if he were alive today I would suggest he change that quote to, “Carve your name on hearts and minds, not on marble.”
Nick and Trudy, owners of Clandestine Vineyards have proudly carved their hearts and minds into their range of wines, figuratively speaking of course, and it is none more obvious than if you try this wine. I think Mr Spurgeon would be comfortable with the new quote if he too tasted this wine.
Region: King Valley, Vic Price: $60 Source: Thanks kindly to Clandestine Vineyards and Savvy Comms
What a lovely colour this wine is! It’s deep, it’s dark, it’s impenetrable yet so youthfully purple around the edges. The nose and palate are in sync at this early stage of its life. By that I mean, what your olfactory senses detect, as will your taste buds, and both will be sensorily satisfied. Dark berries galore and I could lap them up for ages…which I did, of course. Subtle herbal characters and juicy dark plum notes play second fiddle but walk at the same pace as it finishes with smooth, albeit slightly drying tannins. Very easy to like and the type of wine you would share with friends…selected friends…hesitantly…on the third Sunday…of February…in a leap year…when I’m home…and you ring ahead.
Words from a Wine Glass 