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Duane Coates is one of the quiet achievers of the Australian Wine Scene (Masters in Oenology and an MBA from Adelaide University & soon to become a Master of Wine). His winemaking philosophy is simple: the highest quality fruit from sustainable vineyards (some organic), harvest when properly ripe and a natural winemaking approach (minimal intervention – wild yeasts, unfined, no additions of tannin, enzyme and acid).
Huon Hooke said: “ Every wine I’ve tasted of McLaren Vale’s Duane Coates has been excellent…” Highly impressive wines – a style that bridges the gap between fruit driven Australian style and savoury complex wines of old world Europe. Lisa Perrotti-Brown, from leading international website erobertparker.com said – “..a breath of fresh air in this area where a lot of producers seem to be following the herd down that incredibly ripe and sometimes over-ripe path that has caused not a few producers to come unstuck in heat-wave and drought conditions. These are superbly-crafted, well-priced wines that are wholeheartedly recommended’
From the winemaker: “The classic Southern Rhone Valley blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre has always been a favourite in the Coates household. In 2015 it was decided to create our own. The fruit has been sourced from three vineyards; Grenache from Langhorne Creek with Syrah and Mourvèdre from two sites in Willunga.
The Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre grapes were cofermented over a period of 22 days in an open fermenter. 35 % whole bunch fruit was included in the ferment to provide some ripe stalk tannin and a hint of carbonic maceration to the texture, aroma and flavour profile.
Light crimson in colour, the vibrant cherry and raspberry fruits are supported by game, white pepper and fresh herb notes. The palate shows taut structure with an array of light forest fruits intertwined with perfume, undergrowth and subtle oak.”
95 points, James Halliday . “The logistics of picking the three components at the same time for co-fermentation must have been daunting for a one-man operation, but the result has been very rewarding. The colour is bright and clear, the bouquet super-fragrant, and the red fruits of the palate come home at a rate of knots. Really lovely, early drinking wine. 14.5% alc. Drink till 2025.”
RRP $30
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