HASELGROVE WINES
McLaren Vale, South Australia
A James Halliday 5-star winery established in 1981, Haselgrove is surrounded by over 10 hectares of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mataro vines – with the Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon vines dating back more than 60 years. Over the past two years, Haselgrove has been awarded the Dark Horse Winery of the Year 2015 and achieved a 5-star rating by James Halliday. In more recent times, the winery has been awarded the Winestate Magazine 2017 ‘Wine Company of the Year’ and 2017 ‘Wine Maker of the Year’.
Established in 1981, Haselgrove is surrounded by Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvèdre – with the Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon vines dating back more than 60 years. Although established in 1981, it wasn’t until 1999 that the winery as it stands today was built. Change again was afoot, when in 2008 over a game of cards and couple of hearty reds four Italian-Australian industry veterans decided to purchase Haselgrove. Don Totino, Don Luca, Steve Maglieri and Tony Carrocci went to work injecting a heap of passion and ultimately revamping the brand, it’s presentation and it's entire range of wines.
With a combined experience of 36 years, Chief Winemaker, Alex Sherrah and CEO, Christophe Forel are both passionate about producing small-batch, artisan wines that ultimately reflect vintage conditions and the terroir of each respective vineyard.
Deep Garnet in colour, the nose is intense and exudes bright fruit and lifted perfume. Red summer berries intertwine with dark cherry and plum, finished with integrated spicy French oak. Rich and full flavoured yet elegant, a powerful wine without being excessively weighty. Luscious fruits combine with quality oak giving structure and mouth coating tannins. WS 96
Lifted varietal aromas of red currant, summer berries and cranberry combine with bright violet perfume and subtle spice. Medium to full-bodied with bright fruits, red plum, blackcurrant and cherry balanced with oak spice and a hint of dried herbs. A wine that can be enjoyed in its youth but will also develop beautifully with time. WS 96
The nose displays lifted notes of mango and feijoa with supporting fresh mint, cut grass and green capsicum. Delicate and fresh, with bright passionfruit and tropical fruit flavours, balanced perfectly by refreshing acidity.
White stone fruits, melon and citrus aromas with hints of toasted oak spice and honey. The wine exhibits bright peach and ripe citrus fruit flavours with complexing toasty brioche characters. The palate is well balanced with a creamy texture and a crisp, lingering finish.
Rich aromas of black cherry and ripe plum with lifted red fruits, hints of fresh herb and savoury oak-derived vanillin spice. Medium to full-bodied with dark fruit flavours, hints of wild herb and cedary spice. A perfectly balanced wine with generous fruit flavours and velvety tannins. WS 96
Bright and lifted aromas of lemon zest, white florals and hints of sea spray. Zesty and refreshing with delicate flavours of citrus and lychee, the palate has a lovely texture with great drive and a moreish finish. This is a classic style of this grape from Southern Australia! Beautiful.
Dense, classic Shiraz characters of blackberry and dark cherry mesh seamlessly with spicy anise and cedary French oak. A concentrated palate of generous dark fruits and black cherry, the old vines contribute complex spices, cinnamon and nutmeg. A full-bodied mouth-filling wine that is perfectly balanced by a lingering structural finish. WS 96+
The nose is a true reflection of the three varieties in this blend. Powerful aromas of summer berries, black cherry and inviting Christmas cake spice. The palate demonstrates all of the hallmarks of this world famous blend. WO 95
Lifted blackberry and blueberry aromas with nuances of mocha chocolate and subtle oak complexity. Soft, round and rich with generous blackcurrant, cinnamon and cherry flavours with a lingering finish. A velvety tannin structure complemented by subtle nutty oak gives length and structure to the wine.
Deep Garnet in colour, the nose is intense and exudes bright fruit and lifted perfume. Red summer berries intertwine with dark cherry and plum, finished with integrated spicy French oak. Rich and full flavoured yet elegant, a powerful wine without being excessively weighty. Luscious fruits combine with quality oak giving structure and mouth coating tannins. WS 96
The nose is fresh and bright displaying complex aromas of lemon curd, mandarin blossom and stone fruit with hints of toaster wafer. Fresh honeydew and brown lime intertwine with a smooth and creamy mid-palate. The fine natural acidity gives great length and balances the textural oak characters. WS 95
Brilliant pale salmon in colour. Lifted bright fresh fruit notes, summer berries, aromatic rose blossom and delicate hints of blood orange. Demonstrating all of the hallmarks of what one of McLaren Vale’s champion varieties can do as a Rosé. Strawberries and cream, Turkish delight and bright red berries balanced with a bone dry, crisp, moreish acidity and a textural citrus pith finish.
Aromas of concentrated dark berries and red fruits with hints of dark chocolate and cedary spice. Youthful and intense, the palate displays generous ripe plums and dark berries with subtle spice and chocolate. These vibrant fruit characters are complemented with soft and juicy tannins and a long, dry finish. WS 94
Youthful, perfumed summer berries leap from the glass. Fresh blackberry and blueberry are complemented by hints of bay leaf and star anise. Juicy and ripe dark red fruits abound. Black cherry, deep plum and mulberry meld effortlessly with crisp tannins and vibrant acidity. WS 92+
Fresh and lifted, displaying pomegranate and cranberry, with hints of wild herb and savoury spice. Bright red fruits abound; sour cherry, red currant and wild strawberry. Medium bodied with youthful tannins and tight natural acidity. The perfect combination of new world vigour and old world charm. WS 91
Aromas of concentrated dark berries and red fruits with hints of dark chocolate and cedar spice. Youthful and intense, the palate displays generous ripe plums and dark berries with subtle spice and chocolate. These vibrant fruit characters are complemented with soft and juicy tannins and a long, dry finish.