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De Bortoli Black Noble (500ml)
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94 points
"A unique wine, has fortified and long barrel-aged Noble One as its base; super intense, yet elegant, and shows no hint of volatile acidity; flavours of exotic spices and mandarin.", James Halliday’s Wine Companion 2010, September 2009
Highly Recommended
"A very impressive, complex, viscous fortified with overtones of sticky date pudding. Very well freshened and balanced." Fortifieds, Winewise, June 2010
In New South Wales, the Riverina produces the acclaimed Noble One, world class fortified and premium varietal wines while the Hunter Valley is renowned for the unique character and longevity of its Semillon and Shiraz wines.
Appearance
Deep amber with green gold edges
Bouquet
Complex array of aromas including coffee/toffee and anise
Palate
Concentrated, complex array of flavours including coffee/toffee and anise with aged character from maturation in oak for an average of 8 years, long luscious finish.
Winemaking
Black Noble is made from botrytised Semillon that is fortified and aged in old oak barrels for an average of eight years.. Created by Darren De Bortoli, it was Inspired by a 1930s wine made by Vittorio De Bortoli.The wine is unique but has been compared to wines of the Jerez region of Spain.
Cellaring
The wine has been aged in barrel and is designed for current consumption but will keep in the bottle for several years.
Suggested Cuisine
Black Noble is the perfect end to a meal with an espresso and dark chocolate or a platter of cheeses, dried fruits and nuts.
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WBW Rating: 94/100
Closure: Cork
Region: Riverina |
Winemaker: Julie Mortlock
Drink now until: 2015
Alc/Vol: 17.5 %
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