Cape Mentelle Shiraz 2017
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This is one of those wines that can really change the way people think about Margaret River Shiraz. So often regarded as a variety that doesn’t suit the region, Cape Mentelle have defied those naysayers with this shining expression…
Quite wild and almost brooding on first look – almost like it’s daring you not to come closer…dark fruits, cocoa nib, liquorice and Chinese five spice; alluring and sophisticated. There is richness to this wine that sneaks up on you; it is somewhat bold and graceful at the same time. Evidence of the cooler 2017 vintage is present in the tapered fine tannins and bright acidity which only enhances the refined and nuanced style of this wine. I want to drink this with spiced lamb & hummus, chargrilled flatbread, and slow roasted eggplant and pretend I’m in another country…
For over 19 years, Emma’s passion for the wine industry has produced award-winning wine lists across top venues in Perth. As Director of Wine for the State Buildings & Como The Treasury, Emma’s invaluable insights and industry-wide network enables her to curate unique wine lists and wine events for each of the award-winning restaurants at the State Buildings, including Wildflower, Long Chim, Post, Petition Kitchen and Wine Merchant. Emma also creates world-class experiences for the guests of the 48 room luxury hotel. For two years, Emma studied under the guidance of Dr Steve Charters, Master of Wine. Since then, Emma has worked as a Sommelier and consulted on various wine lists and menus, earning her recognition through numerous awards. With her finger firmly on the pulse of the wine industry, Emma has been selected as a judge for many wine shows including Young Gun of Wine Awards, South Australia’s Hot 100, Drink Easy Awards, WAGFG WA Wine Awards, Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show, James Halliday Cabernet Challenge and Australian Chenin Blanc Challenge. She was also awarded 2017 Sommelier of the Year at the WA Good Food Guide awards and Sommelier of the Year at the 2019 Gourmet Traveller Restaurant awards.
