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2011 ELDERTON BOTRYTIS SEMILLON
1st December 2012 ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATEProduced from 50% botrytis and 50% cane cut fruit, the 2011 Botrytis Semillon offers a medium straw color and intense notes of lemon marmalade, honey, candied peel, dried apricots and a hint of musk. Very rich, sweet and crisp in the mouth, it fills the mouth with expressive fruit and finishes long with some spices coming through. Drink it now to 2017+.
ELDERTON "BOTRYTIS SEMILLON "
SEMILLON
Review: ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE 91PTSRelease Date:30/06/2012
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2013
30th October 2012 JAMES HALLIDAYOften a wine that challenges the idea that the Barossa is not really suited to cabernet, and does so with a vengeance this vintage. Layer-upon-layer of cassis, blackcurrant, quality oak and fine tannins are all in utterly harmonious balance. The wine has a very long life ahead.
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: JAMES HALLIDAY 94PTSRelease Date:Dec 2012
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON CABERNET SAUVIGNON ASHMEAD
28th February 2012 EROBERTPARKER.COMThe 2009 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon is produced from a single estate owned black that was planted prior to WWII. Deep garnet-purple colored, it offers lovely vanilla and spice notes over a core of black currants and blackberries with hints of pencil shavings and cedar. Medium to full bodied, it is both rich and nicely poised on the palate with a solid backbone of medium-firm fine grained tannins, crisp acid and a long and spicy finish. Drink this one 2014 to 2024+.
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: EROBERTPARKER.COM 93PTSRelease Date:Dec 2012
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON "COMMAND" SHIRAZ
1st February 2012 ROBERT PARKE'S WINE ADVOCATEThe 2008 Command Shiraz comes from 1894 Shiraz plantings of a single estate owned block of 8 acres. It spends 3 years in 100% new oak, 65% American, 35% French. Deep garnet-purple colored, it displays moderate to intense blackberry preserve and dried mulberry aromas with an undercurrent of anise, Indian spices, yeast extract and black pepper. Full bodied, rich and opulent in the mouth, it has a medium level of velvety tannins, refreshing acid and a very long, very spicy finish. Drink it now to 2021+
ELDERTON ""COMMAND" SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: ROBERT PARKE'S WINE ADVOCATE 93+PTSRelease Date:30/06/2012
Region:BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
BOTRYTIS SEMILLON
1st February 2012 ROBERT PARKERS WINE ADVOCATEProduced from 50% botrytis and 50% cane cut fruit, the 2011 Botrytis Semillon offers a medium straw color and intense notes of lemon marmalade, honey, candied peel, dried apricots and a hint of musk. Very rich, sweet and crisp in the mouth, it fills the mouth with expressive fruit and finishes long with some spices coming through. Drink it now to 2017+.
ELDERTON "BOTRYTIS SEMILLON "
SEMILLON
Review: ROBERT PARKERS WINE ADVOCATE 91PTSRelease Date:30/06/2012
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
1st February 2012 ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATEDeep garnet-purple in color, the 2009 Shiraz gives notes of ripe blackberries, dried mulberries, chocolate and spice box with suggestions of eucalypt, anise and vanilla. Full bodied and generously fruited in the mouth, it gives a low to medium level of soft tannins, crisp acid and a long finish. Drinking nicely now, it should keep to 2019.
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE 89PTSRelease Date:30/06/2012
Region:BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2010 ELDERTON "E SERIES" UNOAKED CHARDONNAY
1st December 2011 STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARThe 2010 E Series Unoaked Chardonnay presents aromas of lemongrass, hay, golden delicious apples and pears with a hint of toast. Medium-bodied with a nice suggestion of silkiness to the texture and good concentration, it has lively acidity and a long finish. Drink it now to 2014.
ELDERTON ""E SERIES"UNOAKED CHARDONNAY"
CHARDONNAY
Review: STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 89PTSRelease Date:April, 2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON "ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM
31st July 2011 WINE SPECTATORVibrant and refreshing, a jazzy mouthful of juicy currant, guava and pomegranate flavor, shaded with hints of hibiscus and spice as the finish lingers exotically. Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot. Drink now through 2016. 450 cases imported. (Harvey Steiman) 92pts
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 92PTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ BAROSSA
31st July 2011 WINE SPECTATORRipe, open-textured and distinctive for its black olive character, weaving through the blackberry fruit. Finishes smooth. Drink now through 2014. 1,400 cases imported. (Harvey Steiman) 89pts
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 89PTSRelease Date:Nov, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON COMMAND SHIRAZ
31st July 2011 WINE SPECTATORRipe and brooding, not a dense or heavy wine, but dark with black cherry, licorice, dark chocolate and wet earth flavors. This is complex and lingers easily on the open-textured finish. Best from 2012 through 2018. 850 cases imported. (Harvey Steiman) 94pts
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 94PTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON SHIRAZ NEIL ASHMEAD GRAND TOURER
31st July 2011 WINE SPECTATORFocused, juicy and effusive with its notes of black cherry, roasted red pepper and savory spice, this isn't a heavy wine, but it's persistent as the finish extends. Best from 2011 through 2018. 100 cases imported. (Harvey Steiman) 92pts
ELDERTON "NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 92PTSRelease Date:March, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON SHIRAZ-CABERNET SAUVIGNON E SERIES
31st July 2011 WINE SPECTATORThis velvety red exhibits a medium-weight mixture of ripe blueberry and red pepper flavors that finish on a savory note. Drink now through 2014. 1,400 cases imported. –(Harvey Steiman) 87pts
ELDERTON ""E SERIES SHIRAZ-CABERNET"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 87PTSRelease Date:April, 2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH
2006 ELDERTON COMMAND SHIRAZ SINGLE VINEYARD BAROS
12th January 2011 WINE STATE ANNUAL EDITION 2011Developed colour and bright, minty/chocolate complexity on the nose, followed by a palate that’s very oaky – but the fruit does survive!
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE STATE ANNUAL EDITION 2011 4 STARSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ PARKER 90PTS
30th December 2010 ROBERT PARKER’S WINE ADVOATE #192The 2008 Shiraz Elderton Estate is 100% from estate vines with an average age of 50-60 years and is matured for about 12 months in French (20%) and American (80%) oak puncheons, 20% new. Deep garnet-purple in color, it has pronounced blackberry and blueberry aromas with some licorice and Mediterranean herb notes plus subtle hints of pepper, chocolate and cedar. Medium to full-bodied with medium-firm finely grained tannins and high acid supporting the generous, fleshy berry and spice fruit, it has a long, pure finish. Drinking now, it should cellar through 2017.
Although the property was purchased by their grandfather, brothers Al and Cameron Ashmead are really the second generation of Ashmeads at the Elderton helm since it was their parents Neil and Lorraine that rose to the challenge of developing this into one of the Barossa’s top wineries. The first Ashmead vintage was in 1982. The jewel here is the 8 acre estate vineyard planted in 1894 by Samuel Elderton Tolley (one of the largest 100+ year old vineyards on the planet) that produces the Command Shiraz, with the 66 year old Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard also giving exceptional fruit. Since 2003 they’ve had their own winery and now produce around 40-50000 cases per year with winemaker Richard Langford adeptly forging a range of predominately red wines from the good value end right up to the sought-after collectibles. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown)
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: ROBERT PARKER’S WINE ADVOATE #192 90 PTSRelease Date:Nov, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON SHIRAZ CABERNET E SERIES
30th December 2010 ROBERT PARKER THE WINE ADVOCATEA blend of 64% Shiraz and 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2009 ‘E’ Shiraz Cabernet has a medium garnet color and moderate intensity of plum and black cherry aromas plus a touch of earth. Medium-bodied with a low to medium level of chewy tannins, the acid gives just enough freshness and lift going into the medium-long finish. Drink it now through 2013. Although the property was purchased by their grandfather, brothers Al and Cameron Ashmead are really the second generation of Ashmeads at the Elderton helm since it was their parents Neil and Lorraine that rose to the challenge of developing this into one of the Barossa’s top wineries. The first Ashmead vintage was in 1982. The jewel here is the 8 acre estate vineyard planted in 1894 by Samuel Elderton Tolley (one of the largest 100+ year old vineyards on the planet) that produces the Command Shiraz, with the 66 year old Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard also giving exceptional fruit. Since 2003 they’ve had their own winery and now produce around 40-50000 cases per year with winemaker Richard Langford adeptly forging a range of predominately red wines from the good value end right up to the sought-after collectibles. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown)
ELDERTON ""E SERIES SHIRAZ-CABERNET"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: ROBERT PARKER THE WINE ADVOCATE 85PTSRelease Date:April, 2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH
2008 ELDERTON CABERNET SAUVIGNON
30th December 2010 WINE ADVOCATE #192All estate grown off 45-70 year vines, the 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Elderton Estate is matured for about 18 months in French (20%) and American (80%) oak puncheons, 20% new. Deep garnet-purple colored, it has intense cassis and warm blackberry aromas with some cinnamon, cumin, cardamom and lead pencil nuances. Medium to full-bodied with a medium to firm level of fine tannins and crisp acid, there’s a hint of toasty oak in the long finish. This wine is approachable now and should continue to drink through 2017.
Although the property was purchased by their grandfather, brothers Al and Cameron Ashmead are really the second generation of Ashmeads at the Elderton helm since it was their parents Neil and Lorraine that rose to the challenge of developing this into one of the Barossa’s top wineries. The first Ashmead vintage was in 1982. The jewel here is the 8 acre estate vineyard planted in 1894 by Samuel Elderton Tolley (one of the largest 100+ year old vineyards on the planet) that produces the Command Shiraz, with the 66 year old Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard also giving exceptional fruit. Since 2003 they’ve had their own winery and now produce around 40-50000 cases per year with winemaker Richard Langford adeptly forging a range of predominately red wines from the good value end right up to the sought-after collectibles. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown)
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: WINE ADVOCATE #192 90PTSRelease Date:December, 2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ
30th December 2010 WINE ADVOCATE #192The 2009 Shiraz Elderton Estate is 100% from estate vines with an average age of 50-60 years and is matured for about 12 months in French (20%) and American (80%) oak puncheons, 20% new. Deep garnet-purple in color, it has pronounced blackberry and blueberry aromas with some licorice and Mediterranean herb notes plus subtle hints of pepper, chocolate and cedar. Medium to full-bodied with medium-firm finely grained tannins and high acid supporting the generous, fleshy berry and spice fruit, it has a long, pure finish. Drinking now, it should cellar through 2017.
Although the property was purchased by their grandfather, brothers Al and Cameron Ashmead are really the second generation of Ashmeads at the Elderton helm since it was their parents Neil and Lorraine that rose to the challenge of developing this into one of the Barossa’s top wineries. The first Ashmead vintage was in 1982. The jewel here is the 8 acre estate vineyard planted in 1894 by Samuel Elderton Tolley (one of the largest 100+ year old vineyards on the planet) that produces the Command Shiraz, with the 66 year old Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard also giving exceptional fruit. Since 2003 they’ve had their own winery and now produce around 40-50000 cases per year with winemaker Richard Langford adeptly forging a range of predominately red wines from the good value end right up to the sought-after collectibles. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown)
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE ADVOCATE #192 90 PTSRelease Date:2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON CSM ODE TO LORRAINE
30th December 2010 WINE ADVOCATE #192Only made in select years (2007 and 2003 thus far), Ode to Lorraine is a wine made in homage to Al and Cameron’s mum, who remains the “uberboss†of the operation. A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Shiraz and 8% Merlot, the 2008 Ode to Lorraine spent 18 months in new and seasoned French and American hogsheads. Deep garnet-purple colored, it gives intense blueberry, black currant and spice box aromas with hints of prunes, licorice and some earth. Rich and full-bodied with medium to firm grainy tannins and plenty of enlivening acid, it finishes long with layers of mulberry and spice flavors. Approachable now, it should soften more in a year or so and drink best from 2012 to 2020+.
Although the property was purchased by their grandfather, brothers Al and Cameron Ashmead are really the second generation of Ashmeads at the Elderton helm since it was their parents Neil and Lorraine that rose to the challenge of developing this into one of the Barossa’s top wineries. The first Ashmead vintage was in 1982. The jewel here is the 8 acre estate vineyard planted in 1894 by Samuel Elderton Tolley (one of the largest 100+ year old vineyards on the planet) that produces the Command Shiraz, with the 66 year old Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon vineyard also giving exceptional fruit. Since 2003 they’ve had their own winery and now produce around 40-50000 cases per year with winemaker Richard Langford adeptly forging a range of predominately red wines from the good value end right up to the sought-after collectibles. (Lisa Perrotti-Brown)
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: WINE ADVOCATE #192 92PTSRelease Date:Dec, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON "ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM
1st December 2010 ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATEOnly made in select years (2007 and 2003 thus far), Ode to Lorraine is a wine made in homage to Al and Cameron’s mum, who remains the “uberboss†of the operation. A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Shiraz and 8% Merlot, the 2008 Ode to Lorraine spent 18 months in new and seasoned French and American hogsheads. Deep garnet-purple colored, it gives intense blueberry, black currant and spice box aromas with hints of prunes, licorice and some earth. Rich and full-bodied with medium to firm grainy tannins and plenty of enlivening acid, it finishes long with layers of mulberry and spice flavors. Approachable now, it should soften more in a year or so and drink best from 2012 to 2020+.
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE 92PTSRelease Date:Dec, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON "ASHMEAD" CABERNET
1st December 2010 ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATEThe Cabernet Sauvignon Ashmead Elderton Estate comes from a single block on the estate planted before WWII. Cameron informed me that it’s difficult to get more than ½ ton per acre out of these vines. The 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Ashmead Elderton Estate was matured in 100% new French oak hogsheads for 18 months. Medium garnet-purple in color, it has an intensely scented nose of cassis, earth, cloves and pencil shavings plus nuances of game and dark chocolate. Full-bodied and opulent in the mouth, the complex flavors are exquisitely balanced by firm fine grained tannins and a good line of acid. It finishes very long. The wine is still a bit tight and primary with the oak jutting out a touch so it’s recommended to keep this one 2-3 years and drink it 2013 to 2020+.
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE 93PTSRelease Date:July, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ
30th November 2010 WINE SPECTATOR INSIDERFocused, juicy and effusive with black cherry, roasted red pepper and savory spices, this isn’t a heavy wine, but persistent as the finish extends. Best from 2011 through 2018. 92 points — H.S. Author: Harvey Steiman
ELDERTON "NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE SPECTATOR INSIDER 92 POINTSRelease Date:March, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON CABERNET SAUVIGNON ASHMEAD
31st August 2010 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARDeep purple with a bright rim. Highly aromatic bouquet of blackberry liqueur, cassis, cured tobacco, candied licorice and floral oils, plus a peppery overtone; smells like an essence of cabernet. Vibrant, palate-staining dark berry and bitter cherry flavors are given spine by tangy acidity, with supple tannins lending shape. The floral and tobacco notes come back strong on the sappy, penetrating, very long finish. For a rich wine this is awfully lively. I'd hold onto it for at least another six years before popping a cork but it's undeniably sexy now. 92(+?) points (Josh Raynolds)
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 92+PTSRelease Date:July, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON ODE TO LORRAINE BAROSSA
31st August 2010 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR(55% cabernet sauvignon, 37% shiraz and 8% merlot) Opaque ruby. Primary, pungent aromas of dark berry skin, cherry-cola and violet, with subtle smoke and Indian spice notes adding complexity. Broad, rich, seductively sweet blackberry and cassis flavors pack an impressive punch, with juicy acidity providing shape. Smoothly balances ripeness against vibrancy, finishing with outstanding clarity and spicy persistence. 92 points (Josh Raynolds)
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 92 PTSRelease Date:Dec, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2009 ELDERTON SHIRAZ-CABERNET SAUVIGNON E SERIES
31st August 2010 STEPHEN TANZER INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR( a 64/36 blend) Vivid ruby. Sexy, expressive bouquet of raspberry, blackberry and incense. Broad, palate-caressing red and dark berry flavors show impressive depth and clarity, with no rough edges or tannins in sight. Very appealing blend, with a fresh, open-knit fruit character and very good finishing persistence. 89 points
ELDERTON ""E SERIES SHIRAZ-CABERNET"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: STEPHEN TANZER INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 89 POINTSRelease Date:April, 2011
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH
2007 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ
30th August 2010 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARVivid ruby. Fragrant aromas of black raspberry, vanilla and violet, with notes of black tea and licorice adding depth. Sweet and expansive but focused, with energetic dark fruit flavors giving way to smoky minerals on the back end. Gentle tannins lend shape to the long, juicy finish. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 90 POINTSRelease Date:Nov 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
31st July 2010 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARInky ruby. Dark cherry, bitter chocolate, pepper and eucalyptus on the nose, plus a suggestion of licorice. Supple on entry, then brisk and faintly bitter in the middle palate, offering bitter cherry, dark chocolate and licorice flavors. Fine-grained and linear, finishing with dusty tannins that need some time to recede. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 88(+?) POINTSRelease Date:December, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON BOTRYTIS SEMILLON
30th July 2010 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARBrassy orange. Smoky aromas of orange marmalade, apricot pit and botanical herbs. Very sweet, palate-coating pit fruit flavors are complemented by licorice and singed orange, with a late note of candied red berries. Clings impressively on the finish, leaving intense smoke and spice notes behind. This thick, weighty wine should be served by itself as I suspect it would overwhelm all but the most decadent desserts. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "BOTRYTIS SEMILLON"
SEMILLON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 91 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON COMMAND SHIRAZ
30th May 2010 GOURMET TRAVELLER WINEThis is a lovely wine and not at all over-the-top. Savoury developing bouquet with lots of earthy, mocha, fruitcake and toasted-nut complexity, still with good primary fruit. The palate has a skilled balance of fruit sweetness and savouryness, with fine-grained tannins. Author: Huon Hooke
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: GOURMET TRAVELLER WINE 94 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON COMMAND SHIRAZ
31st December 2009 PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATEThe 2006 Shiraz Command is a glass-coating opaque purple. Aromas of scorched earth, pencil lead, sandalwood, meat blood, game, and blueberry are followed by a dense, voluptuous, layered Shiraz with tons of flavor. Impeccably balanced and concealing enough structure for 5-7 years of cellaring, it will offer a drinking window extending from 2015 to 2026. Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE 94 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON "ASHMEAD" CABERNET SAUVIGNON
30th December 2009 ROBERT PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE #186The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Ashmead has an attractive nose of cigar box, sage, earth notes, cassis, and black currant. Savory and complex on the palate, it lacks the depth and concentration of a top year. Drink it from 2011 to 2019. 91pts
Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: ROBERT PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE #186 91PTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ
30th December 2009 PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATEThe estate wines begin with the dark crimson-colored 2007 Shiraz Elderton Estate. Aromas of Asian spices, smoked meat, lavender, and blueberry lead to a spicy, ripe, flavorful Shiraz with a bit less depth and a bit more structure than normal, likely due to the challenging vintage. Nevertheless, it is a strong effort that will flesh out over the next 2-3 years and drink well through 2019. Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE 90 POINTSRelease Date:Nov 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ
30th December 2009 PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE #186The 2008 Neil Ashmead GTS is a Shiraz cuvee from the riper 2008 vintage. Purple-colored, it has an alluring bouquet of damp earth, lavender, pepper, bacon, and blueberry. Full-bodied on the palate, it has a glossy texture, layered flavors bordering on opulent, incipient complexity, plenty of depth and richness, and a long, fruit-filled finish. It can be enjoyed now but will drink well for a decade. Author:Jay Miller
ELDERTON "NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE #186 92 POINTSRelease Date:March, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON "ASHMEAD" CABERNET SAUVIGNON
30th October 2009 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARLurid violet color. Wild, ripe and pungent aromas of dark berries, spicecake, smoke and potpourri; smells like a cult Napa wine. Big, rich and full, with alluring sweetness to the blueberry, blackberry, rose pastille and candied licorice flavors. Spreads out on the back, finishing with penetrating sweetness and substantial but velvety tannins. I could see this wine improving for at least a decade. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON ""ASHMEAD" CABERNET"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 93 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON "E SERIES" SHIRAZ-CABERNET
30th October 2009 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR(a 65/35 blend) Vivid ruby. Suave cherry-cola, blackberry and baking spice aromas are deepened by a subtle licorice note. Youthfully taut red and dark berry flavors are given spine by zesty minerality and grip by dusty tannins. An appealingly juicy blend with good finishing sweetness and focus. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON ""E SERIES SHIRAZ-CABERNET"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 88 POINTSRelease Date:March, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON "COMMAND" SHIRAZ
30th October 2009 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARGlass-staining ruby-red. Exotically perfumed bouquet of blackberry, boysenberry, cherry-vanilla, cola and incense. A lot of oak spice here but there's also a load of powerful, deeply concentrated dark fruit. Velvety in texture, with strong finishing spiciness and lingering dark berry liqueur qualities. Nothing subtle about this, but it's improbably graceful and focused. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 93 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
30th October 2009 WINE ADVOCATE #186The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Elderton Estate is also a bit more restrained than normal. Purple-colored, it displays aromas of toast, violets, pencil lead, cassis, and blackberry. This structured effort will evolve for 2-3 years and offer prime drinking through 2022. Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: WINE ADVOCATE #186 90 POINTSRelease Date:December, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2007 ELDERTON ESTATE SHIRAZ
30th October 2009 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARDeep ruby. Sexy aromas of candied cherry, vanilla bean, coconut and fruitcake. Pliant, gently sweet dark berry flavors show a liqueur-like depth and are enlivened by juicy acidity and a hint of black pepper. Finishes very sweet and primary, with the vanilla and pepper notes repeating. Very young and quite promising. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "ESTATE SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 90(+?) POINTSRelease Date:Nov 2010
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2008 ELDERTON NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ
30th October 2009 STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAROpaque ruby. Deep, brooding aromas of cherry pit, blackcurrant, licorice, espresso and dried violet. Spicy, palate-numbing cherry and dark berry flavors are refreshingly bitter and sharply focused, with fine-grained tannins adding grip. Juicy and subtly sweet on the finish, which strongly echoes the spice notes and clings with excellent clarity and persistence. This will repay patience. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "NEIL ASHMEAD "GTS" SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 92 POINTSRelease Date:March, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA, BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2005 ELDERTON "COMMAND" SHIRAZ
31st August 2009 WINE SPECTATOR(WS, Oct.15, 2009 Issue "Australia’s Cabernet Surge") Firm in texture, with beautifully poised blackberry, licorice and pepper flavors that seem to hover weightlessly over fine tannins, lingering enticingly on the long, expressive finish. Best from 2011 through 2017. Author: Harvey Steiman
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: WINE SPECTATOR 94 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2008
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON "COMMAND" SHIRAZ
29th March 2009 JAMES HALLIDAY - WINE COMPANION 2010Good colour; quite a restrained and elegant bouquet, showing more red fruit than black, and a little fruitcake spice; the palate is fresh and vibrant with toasty oak seamlessly framing the fruit; a long and harmonious finish with chewy tannins and fresh acidity. Screwcap. 14.5% alc. Drink 2020
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: JAMES HALLIDAY - WINE COMPANION 2010 94 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON "ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM
28th February 2009 PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE #181The 2006 Ode to Lorraine reveals a similar personality but with slightly more richness, depth, and length. It will benefit from another 2-3 years of cellaring. Elderton’s portfolio includes a number of notable values that are listed at the conclusion of this report. Author:Jay Miller
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE #181 92 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2005 ELDERTON "COMMAND" SHIRAZ
28th February 2009 PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATEElderton’s flagship is the single vineyard Command Shiraz, a wine with serious aging potential, and one with which all other South Australia Shiraz must be compared. The opaque purple/black 2005 Command Shiraz was aged in French and American oak puncheons (500-liter barrels). It offers up a sexy/kinky bouquet of wood smoke, lavender, leather, game, mineral, black raspberry, and blueberry pie. Voluptuous on the palate, complex, and dense, it demands a decade of cellaring after which it should offer hedonists much pleasure through 2035. Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: PARKER'S THE WINE ADVOCATE 97 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2008
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
28th February 2009 THE WINE ADVOCATEThe 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Nuriootpa exhibits an enticing nose of cedar, spice box, black currant, and blackberry. Layered on the palate, it has intense flavors with good concentration and balance. It will evolve for several more years and drink well from 2011 to 2021. Author: Jay Miller
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: THE WINE ADVOCATE 91 POINTSRelease Date:October, 2007
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON "ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM
30th October 2008 STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARDeep ruby-red. Brooding cherry, mulberry and spiced plum aromas are complemented by an exotic fig jam quality. Midweight dark berry flavors become richer with air, picking up suggestions of smoky Indian spices and candied flowers. Leaves spicy red and dark berry preserve notes behind on the strikingly long, penetrating finish. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON ""ODE TO LORRAINE" CSM"
SHIRAZ CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 92 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2009
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2005 ELDERTON COMMAND SHIRAZ
30th October 2008 STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLARInky ruby color. Vibrant raspberry, cherry-vanilla and coconut aromas are complemented by candied licorice and smoky minerals. Pliant, palate-coating red and dark berry preserve flavors are perked up by Asian spices and smoky minerals. Pretty exotic but not over the top, with gentle tannins adding shape and focus to the long, sweet finish. This is downright sexy today. Author: Josh Raynolds
ELDERTON "COMMAND SHIRAZ"
SHIRAZ
Review: STEPHEN TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 94 POINTSRelease Date:January, 2008
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
2006 ELDERTON ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON
30th October 2008 TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR($31) Medium red. Spicy cherry, blackberry and blackcurrant on the nose, with a kick of cracked pepper. Soft and approachable, with vivid red and dark berry flavors, gentle tannins and building sweetness. Finishes with impressive clarity and persistence. This is drinking well already. Author: Josh Reynolds
ELDERTON "ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON"
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Review: TANZER'S INTERNATIONAL WINE CELLAR 90 POINTSRelease Date:October, 2007
Region:NURIOOTPA,BAROSSA VALLEY, SOUTH AUSTRALIA
