Spring into some 'Big Name' new releases... Greenock Creek, Grosset & Glaetzer

7 September 2010

Spring brings many thoughts to peoples minds. Sunny weather (soon hopefully) and longer days usually come to attention but for us here at EEC its a little different, it's all about some grand new releases and this weeks electronic newsletter has three of Australia's biggest... Greenock Creek, Grosset and Glaetzer!

Greenock Creek Mixed Dozen

Last years mixed dozen went within a few hours and we expect the same result again. So if this is of interest, to avoid dissapointment, please don't delay. Here is what you get, including some back vintage as a cheeky bonus;

1 x 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon

1 x 2009 Cornerstone Grenache

2 x 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon

2 x 2008 Seven Acre Shiraz

3 x 2008 Apricot Block Shiraz

3 x 2008 Alices Shiraz

All up this dozen would normally come to $574, but it can be yours for only $490 with free freight!

Order the Greenock Creek mixed dozen online...

Or e-mail wine@eastendcellars.com.au or call 08 8232 5300 to secure your case.

Grosset Riesling's

A label that really needs no introduction... Jeffrey Grosset has been producing some of Australia's best Rieslings since 1981 and shows no sign of slowing down with his 2010 release's.

2010 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling @ $42

This is a more typical 'Polish Hill' than the exuberant 2009: shy, reserved and closed. The 2010 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling has restrained aromatics, a hint of lime blossom, some pebbly, wet stone fragrance, powerful mouth-puckeringly dry and pristine lime flavours that are deep, powerful and tightly coiled with savoury, slatey minerality. The finish is pure Grosset: flinty, achingly dry, memorable.

Jeffrey Grosset

2010 Grosset 'Springvale' Watervale Riesling @ $32

The 2010 Grosset Springvale Riesling has lemon, lime blossom aromatics, intense pure tangy lime juice, is fine and impeccably focused, powerful and tight with mouth-watering zesty quartz minerality on a bone-dry finish that lingers. Layer after layer of flavour washes over the palate followed by an impeccably balanced, satisfying, taut grip.

Jeffrey Grosset

'09 Glaetzer's

We have mentioned on a few occasions in the EEC Electronic that 2009 will be a vintage to watch out for, and here is our first South Australian 'Big Gun' to roll out. And boy do they deliver. Here is what the winemaker Ben Glaetzer had to say about the vintage... After two challenging vintages in 2007 and 2008, we were ready to have a perfect vintage – 2009 was spectacular. A “gift” of a vintage, we had a long, even growing season after good winter rainfall. Mild and dry conditions during February slowed ripening, and saw all individual blocks perform exceptionally well.

Enough about the vintage, this is all about the wines... All at very special prices with notes from the man himself; Ben Glaetzer.

2009 Glaetzer Amon Ra Shiraz @ $80

The rich purple colour indicates both youthful exuberance and density. A compelling nose of espresso, truffles, dark plums and blackcurrant with layers of aromatic intensity that remains fresh and lively. The palate is multilayered, with masses of cassis and mixed spice, and a hint of chocolate. Amon-Ra 09 displays an appealing brightness and beguiling purity. This is an Amon-Ra that will be remembered for its true, elegant expression of our Ebenezer terroir.

2009 Glaetzer Anaperenna Shiraz Cabernet @ $46

Anaperenna rejoins the Glaetzer family in 2009 after an absence in 2008. The wine is a seamless fusion of two varieties: Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. Enticing liquorice and fragrant herb notes on the nose, revealing hints of dark stone fruits and cassis with layers of roasted coffee beans. The key characteristic on the palate is the textural tannins that provide support for the supple yet restrained palate - finishing with freshness, purity and length.

2009 Glaetzer Bishop Shiraz @ $29

Wisps of cloves, nutmeg and five spice add definition to the layers of dark stone fruits and espresso. The palate has density yet also displays savoury, textural components and fine-grained ripe tannins.

Up Coming Tastings

Over the next two Fridays we will have two of our favourtie producers.

Spinifex on Friday the 10th of September - Free

This Friday from 5-7pm we welcome Peter Schell and his fabulous Spinifex wines. We have been following this label from its inception and year after year we are blown away by their consistency and personality. So please join us, meet Peter and try these great wines for yourself.

William Fevre on Friday the 17th of September - Free

A very special tasting coming up as we look at the new release 2008 Chablis from William Fevre and we will be joined their brand ambassador Anne Deraisme. We will be looking at a large range of their wines - from the Petit Chablis to their Grand Cru Les Clos, plus a few older vintages to keep things interesting. This is a must-not-miss tasting that will pack the shop! From 5pm till 7pm sharp.

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