The two 1989 offerings do not exhibit the richness of the 1988, but there is no question than the 1989 Terra Rossa-First Growth is impressive. The words "First Growth" on the label are sure to draw fire from the French, but there is no question that this suggestion of top quality is fulfilled. A dark, dense, ruby/purple color is followed by a splendid nose of spicy oak and rich cassis fruit. In the mouth, there is medium to full body, excellent depth and length, an enticing chewy texture, decent acidity, and moderate tannins in the long finish. It is an impressive, remarkably complex wine that deftly combines the structure of a Bordeaux with the sweet, jammy fruit so easily obtainable in Australia.
Intrigued by the name, I had a chance to taste three Parker offering as a courtesy extended me by one of London's finest wine merchants, Corney and Barrow. Given the shortage of truly profound wines from Australia, this relatively new estate has made a stunning debut. Apparently the total production never exceeds 2,000 cases, and the winery has not made more than 1,000 cases under the "First Growth" label. Yields are restricted to no more than two and one-half tons per acre, which translates to a conservative 35-40 hectoliters per hectare. This is an impressive new winery from Coonawarra!
Importer: Franklin Selections, Linthicum, MD.
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