TASTING NOTES FOR Virgin Hills Macedon Hills Victoria 2013

🍷 Appearance
Deep garnet red with a mature ruby edge. Rich and inviting in the glass, showing both depth and elegance with excellent colour retention for its age.

👃 Aromas
Expressive aromas of ripe cherry, dark plum and blackberry are layered with savoury spice, cedar oak and subtle earthy complexity. Hints of five spice, dried herbs and mature bottle-developed notes add further intrigue.

👅 Palate
Medium to full-bodied and beautifully integrated, delivering flavours of black cherry, plum and dark berry fruits supported by savoury spice and gentle oak influence. The palate remains smooth and balanced, with mature complexity complementing the generous fruit profile.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Silky tannins provide a supple mouthfeel, while the wine finishes long and dry with lingering notes of dark fruit, spice and subtle cedar. The maturity of the wine contributes softness and harmony throughout the finish.

🍇 Overall Style
A mature Macedon Ranges red blend showing elegance, savoury complexity and excellent drinkability. Combining cool-climate fruit character with graceful bottle development, it offers a refined and rewarding drinking experience.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with roast lamb, slow-cooked beef, duck, mushroom dishes and aged hard cheeses. Also excellent with hearty winter meals and chargrilled meats.

🏅 BBD Verdict
A beautifully matured Victorian red that highlights the distinctive character of the Macedon Ranges. Smooth, savoury and layered with complexity, this is a terrific wine for those who appreciate aged Australian reds with elegance, balance and personality.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷