So, those who read my previous post would know that I got suckered into joining a wine club at Melbourne Airport on my way back to Adelaide. I like wine. A lot. As most of you reading this will know. So I was very excited to receive my delivery of a case of the Wine Selectors selection. I had opted for 6 bottles white and 6 bottles red, despite the fact that I prefer reds, but I'm sure I could change my mind later anyway. The wines come from all over Australia, with many wine regions being featured.
Included is:
Allanmere Verdelho 2006
Grant Burge Barossa Vines Riesling 2004
Shottesbrooke Chardonnay 2007
Brokenwood The Bentley's Boot Chardonnay 2006
Rex Watson Three Sons Sauvignon Blanc 2005
Willow Bridge Estate Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2007
Barwick Estates Cabernet Shiraz Merlot 2005
Oatley Wines Wild Oats Cabernet Merlot 2005
Chrismont Shiraz 2005
Chateau Tanunda The Chateau Shiraz 2005
McWilliiam's Regional Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Sam Miranda Snow Road Merlot 2006
All these wines have apparently been selected by an expert 'Tasting Panel', and I must say, I don't have a quibble with their selection so far! Will update you all on which is the best! Accompanying the case was a glossy mag with gossip, tourism, articles by actors, wine, food etc. In this edition was Vietnamese food, which is a particular favourite of mine, and a 'Sweet Tooth' section with recipes for Clafoutis (Raspberry and Grappa) and Berries in Bubbles, featuring Champagne. (Note the obligatory alcoholic touches here!)
I also came across a recipe for Chilli Jam. Quite a coincidence, because last week I tried Louise's recipe for Chili Jam. I don't think it turned out as well as Louise's, which was sensational. Maybe I need to add some lemon juice/rind to make it set, or reduce it more? Anyway, it tastes good, if a bit runny. This other recipe is quite different. Maybe I should compare and contrast, like a good little scientist? There is also an intriguing article called 'Why the French Hate Us', which I haven't read yet. Hmm.
6 comments:
I love wine too, French wine of course but also good ones (and there is plenty) from all other the world. Such a shame you are so far away now, I would have invited myself tonight otherwise ;0)
You should try to make some red berry liquor and make a kir with your white wine.
Why should I hate you ????
Sounds good! That batch of chilli jam is sadly long gone, but I confess I ate more than half a bottle of encona sweet chilli sauce with a bowl of prawn crackers on Friday!
Did you leave in the tomato seeds? I think they have the most pectin, which you need for setting. And boiling it for a good while helps too. Keep going until a bit dribbled onto a cold saucer forms a skin and wrinkles when you push it.
The French probably hate the Aussies because they are descended from us Brits! Oh, and the wine is as good as French stuff too of course :)
I bet the wine club people saw you coming at the airport! You must have that 'I love wine' look about you ...
ps what a classic comment Chappers 'they are descended from us Brits'...
This is funny! I signed up to wine selectors on my way back to Adelaide in Melbourne airport Thursday before lst. Just got my first mixed dozen this morning. Drank the Rex Watson 2007-Sauv Blanc tonight. Very nice!!.I think fairly good value for the dozen!enjoy!! AB
I personally don't like Australian wines but then I came across a wine club and received a case of wine selectors which had an Australia wine in it and I must say it tasted very well. I would try out other Wines too from Australia.
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