Nice bright, medium depth to the colour and lovely clarity. Initial pepper and spice upon first look, with a sweeter Grenache musk coming to the fore with some air. A touch of black cherry from the Mataro as well. A hint of sweet cedar coming from the oak but not overpowering with only a small component being new. Lively palate structure but not missing the traditional plushness and velvet finish from the “sur lie” maturation. A wine from a vintage that has provided wonderful cellaring structure.

La Belle Mère GSM red wine blend is by Charles Melton, a 5 Star winery rated by the James Halliday Wine Companion. Charles Melton utilize a multitude of wine making techniques to produce complex high quality national and international award winning wines in the South Australian, Barossa Valley Region.