Hugo Wines is a small family owned and operated winery, located in the foothills of the picturesque McLaren Vale Wine Region and has now reached its 35 year milestone.The Hugo Estate is uniquely located in the elevated north eastern point of McLaren Vale where the vineyard sit at approximately 180 meters above sea level (approximately twice above sea level of the McLaren Vale Township). The Hugo family only use fruit produced from the estate to create their wines.
Deep inky black core with a deep dark red black hue. Heady scents of liquorice and blackberry intermix with dark plum, subtle vanillin cedar, hints of dark chocolate, light fennel and pepper.
The cooler 2017 vintage has imparted an air of refinement to what is otherwise a rich, plush palate. Medium to full bodied a bounty of opulent blackberry, liquorice and dark plum fruits are layered across the mouth underpinned by elements of spicy vanillin cedar, fennel and pepper. Silky smooth tannins with good underlying freshness.
Concludes long and quite sumptuous yet also shows a high degree of finesse.
Hugo Wines Shiraz Cabernet 2017 (RRP $28 WM $22.90)
$22.90
This Shiraz Cabernet blend is from selected parcels of handpicked estate grown fruit.
Created by co-fermentation to enhance the integration of both grape varieties.
A classic Australian blend combining the length of the cabernet sauvignon characters, cherry and mulberry with the shiraz, plum and blackcurrant on the palate.
Produced from the old bush vine Grenache planted by Colin Hugo in 1951. This low yielding 4 Acre block produces distinctive fruit with soft raspberry characters.
Only the best selected rows are handpicked and whole bunch fermented to create a bright, juicy & fresh style Grenache.
Hugo Wines Cuvee Sparkling Chardonnay NV (RRP $25 WM $19.90)
$19.90
The NV Cuvee has a clear appearance, pale straw tones,with a refined mousse and lasting bead. The bouquet is clean, fresh, tropical and citrus fruit aromas with suggestions of green bean and bread dough.
On the palate crisp and lively with lifted fresh fruit flavours of zesty citrus and lemon over more developed notes of green melon, broad bean and baked bread. The fruit components are well balanced with the more complex characters resulting in a celebration style with engaging vitality.
Serve with: Gougeres with anchovies, Oysters any style or Twice cooked mushroom souffle.
