Sparkling (Shiraz or Red) Recommendations?

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Wozza said:
Coriander - where did you source the Joseph from?
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Bought the last three bottles in stock from United Cellars. I'm told they're cooking in a truck somewhere :shock: between SYD and MEL.

Wozza said:
I also love the Biblical connection to the Joseph for this time of year.
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Yes, my father's name was Joseph, my #1 son's middle name is Joseph.
 
Aaargh!!! That didn't come up on a Google Search :evil:!
I didn't even think to look in Epiqure (my bad!).
Cost an extra $15 for three but, as you say, 5000 points.
 
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I recently tried Lloyd brothers sparkling shiraz and Ekhidna sparkling shiraz. Really enjoyed them both - had to buy more. Both out of Mclaren Vale.
 
I recall seeing Dan's claim to have Rockford Black Shiraz in stock on line. Never tested that claim

In our house we swing between Black Chook and Rockford black shiraz as the go to sparkling red.
 
Well, the Joseph Sparkling Red went down a treat on Christmas Eve with much praise from all the guests for me for "finding" this wine. Thanks of course must go to you members of this wonderful community who took time to offer genuine suggestions on helping to make our Christmas evening just that little bit more special.

Thank you all.
 
Buzzard said:
Some good suggestions there redbigot. It would be good to have a SS tasting some time much like what Wozza is organising in January.
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We did this inadvertently did this a few Sundays ago.

I brought a Rockford Black Shiraz - 2014 disgorgement
A friend brought a D'Arenberg Sparkling Shiraz ("peppermint paddock" I believe).

The D'Arenberg was actually quite good (better than numerous others I have tasted), but next to the Black Shiraz, it was a clear second place. Rockford Black Shiraz is perfect on a warm summer's day.


I haven't had it for many years, but certainly look at Seppelts given that's where Robert Rocky O'Callaghan learnt his trade.
 
penegal said:
We did this inadvertently did this a few Sundays ago.


A friend brought a D'Arenberg Sparkling Shiraz ("peppermint paddock" I believe).

The D'Arenberg was actually quite good (better than numerous others I have tasted), but next to the Black Shiraz, it was a clear second place. Rockford Black Shiraz is perfect on a warm summer's day.
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The d'Arenberg will be either 100% Chambourcin or a Chambourcin/Shiraz blend, not usually one of my favourites, but I haven't tried it for a few years.

d'Arenberg | The Art of Being Different

And some info on Rockford / O'Callaghan
d r i n k s t e r: ROCKY WASHES QUIETLY AWAY
 
coriander said:
Well, the Joseph Sparkling Red went down a treat on Christmas Eve with much praise from all the guests for me for "finding" this wine. Thanks of course must go to you members of this wonderful community who took time to offer genuine suggestions on helping to make our Christmas evening just that little bit more special.

Thank you all.
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Sixty Darling St in Sydney offering this at $55 currently.
Tel: 02 9818 3077; Fax: 02 9818 3745; [email protected]

But be aware they may order it in when you order and delivery can be slow and they often don't respond to emails after making the sale.
 
Currently in the UK and want to give my hosts a 6 pack of Sparkling red - I intensely dislike it so if anyone has any feedback on any of these it would be greatly appreciated - first and second choices please in case I can't get the ones you recommend. Any of these you would NOT recommend

Cheers

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bird-Hand-2017-Sparkling-Pinot/dp/B073ZHCK1P/ref=sr_1_35?s=alcohol&ie=UTF8&qid=1510083393&sr=1-35&refinements=p_n_style_browse-bin:6075387031

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Peter-Lehmann-Masters-Shiraz-Sparkling/dp/B002PUUUTE/ref=sr_1_3?s=alcohol&ie=UTF8&qid=1510083091&sr=1-3&refinements=p_n_style_browse-bin:6075387031

https://www.thewinesociety.com/shop/productdetail.aspx?section=pd&pl=ZBX&pd=SG871A&pc=&prl=

RedWines

Turkey Flat Sparkling Shiraz 75cl


Dowie Doole Moxie Sparkling Shiraz NV – Twelve Green Bottles Wine

Bird in Hand Sparkling Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills 2016

Bird in Hand Sparkling Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills 2016
 
VPS said:
Currently in the UK and want to give my hosts a 6 pack of Sparkling red - I intensely dislike it so if anyone has any feedback on any of these it would be greatly appreciated - first and second choices please in case I can't get the ones you recommend. Any of these you would NOT recommend

Cheers

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bird-Hand-2017-Sparkling-Pinot/dp/B073ZHCK1P/ref=sr_1_35?s=alcohol&ie=UTF8&qid=1510083393&sr=1-35&refinements=p_n_style_browse-bin:6075387031

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Peter-Lehmann-Masters-Shiraz-Sparkling/dp/B002PUUUTE/ref=sr_1_3?s=alcohol&ie=UTF8&qid=1510083091&sr=1-3&refinements=p_n_style_browse-bin:6075387031

https://www.thewinesociety.com/shop/productdetail.aspx?section=pd&pl=ZBX&pd=SG871A&pc=&prl=

RedWines

Turkey Flat Sparkling Shiraz 75cl


Dowie Doole Moxie Sparkling Shiraz NV – Twelve Green Bottles Wine

Bird in Hand Sparkling Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills 2016

Bird in Hand Sparkling Pinot Noir, Adelaide Hills 2016
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I think the Bird in Hand is more of a Rose wine rather than sparkling red per se.

The Peter Lehmann Black Queen 2011 has been panned by a few on my Forum, not as good as the 2010 and also one report the 2012 is lacking as well.
"Wine Companion TN by Tyson Stelzer: Black Queen Sparkling Shiraz 2011 Rating 89"
From a person visiting PL CD recently:
"2012 Black Queen Sparkling shiraz $42
Much lighter then the 2010 version, they say its elegant, but it is similar to the RAS Wine Show bottle I tried. Just not right, nor good enough to buy. "

Turkey Flat is pretty good usually, I haven't tried the latest batch, it's usually a little less sweet the most, the Moxie is a bit broad and sweet, but and Ok drink.
 

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