One of the first signs of Winter in Germany are the open air market stalls serving hot spiced wine. Gluehwein is particularly popular at a Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas market). The markets open in mid-December and sell ornaments, advent calendars, springerle moulds and other Christmas items.

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Serving Suggestions: 

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Heat in a pan until hot (do not boil) then serve in heat resistant glasses or mugs garnished with orange slices and a cinnamon sticks.

Lifted aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and vanilla are accompanied by vibrant, dark berryrnfruits on the palate. The finish is long with fine-grained tannins from sixteen monthsrnmaturation in a combination of new and older French oak hogsheads. Although drinkingrnwell now this wine may be cellared for up to ten years from vintage.

Lifted aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry and vanilla are accompanied by vibrant, dark berry fruits on the palate. The finish is long with fine-grained tannins from sixteen months maturation in a combination of new and older French oak hogsheads. Although drinking well now this wine may be cellared for up to ten years from vintage.

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Review written by James Halliday. Australian Wine Companion 2013. February 2012 Score: 89 Points

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Strong colour; a mouthfilling blend of blackberry, plum, chocolate and mocha; the tannins are ripe enough to welcome early consumption, but the wine has good medium-term cellaring potential.

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Rating: 89

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Drink By: 2020

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Review written by Tim Lemke. May 2013. Score: 90 Points

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… “It has been a while since I’ve reviewed an Australian cabernet sauvignon, but when I tasted this wine I knew it was time to change that. This is a delicious wine from the Barossa region in Australia and comes from Château Tanunda…”