Heartland
Heartland
Stickleback Red Cabernet-Shiraz Blend 2015
Burned, deep, herby. Good CP CS+SRZ @600, XBB, 190705 — 6 years ago
Ontañón
Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Graciano 2015
In the Rioja heartland now so no more Champagne for a while. This amazingly comes with a fixed prices menu where you get a lot of amazing food at the price you would pay for this wine in the US — 7 years ago
Mauro Sebaste
Roero Arneis
🍇 100% Arneis | Roero DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
A classic Northern Italian white, crafted from Arneis grapes sourced across the villages of Vezza d’Alba, Piobesi, and Monteu Roero, all part of the heartland of the Roero appellation.
On the nose:
Fragrant and inviting, with aromas of white flowers, ripe pear, and a citrus lift. A gentle thread of mineral elegance keeps it grounded and regionally expressive.
On the palate:
Dry, crisp, and clean, with a smooth texture, refreshing acidity, and a subtle, pleasantly bitter almond note on the finish — a signature Arneis trait. Light-bodied yet structured, it’s harmonious and polished, with more personality than your average summer white.
Food pairing:
Versatile and food-friendly, perfect with seafood, light pasta dishes, grilled veggies, and fresh cheeses like burrata or robiola.
A true gem from Piedmont expressive, regional, and quietly elegant.
Cheers to Arneis done right! 🍐🍋🌸
— 3 months ago
Ben Glaetzer
Heartland Sposa e Sposa Lagrein Dolcetto 2016
$20 at Market Wines. Very nice and different — 3 years ago
Downs Club
The Members Premium Red Blend 2008
Firstly to explain the label. 24 years ago when I was Wine Chairman at the Downs Club I copied the Yalumba concept of honouring people who had done a great job for the company. 8 years ago the Club decided to honour the contribution of my brother Mike - hence this label. Prior to Mike there have been 8 ex Presidents recognised in this way. The Wine itself is a 2008 Glaetzer Heartland Shiraz from Langhorne Creek. This is the 11th bottle of a dozen and easily the best. Medium bodied with M - Tannins and Acid. Mature plum and chocolate flavours. Interestingly the back label says cellar for up to 5 years!! What do they know! This over delivers in spades at 10 years of age. A wonderful surprise. I will leave the last one for a family occasion. — 7 years ago
Wilson Winery
Heartland Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2016
Solid again. Not too much fruit — 7 years ago
Heartland
Langhorne Creek Shiraz 2014
Um bom vinho. Bem equilibrado, taninos macios, boa acidez. Aromas de especiarias e a tradicional pimenta do reino. Frutas vermelhas maduras.
Só achei um pouco a mais de madeira — 8 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Castello di Amorosa Gewürztraminer 2016
Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California, USA 🇺🇸
Overview:
A dry, aromatic Gewürztraminer from Castello di Amorosa’s cooler Anderson Valley estate—often dubbed California’s Alsace thanks to its ideal coastal climate and terroir . This iteration is crafted in a near-dry style (≈7.3 g/L residual sugar), offering a fragrant and spicy profile that’s both refreshing and intriguingly complex.
Aromas & Flavors:
Notes of lychee, rose petals, apricot, and exotic spices beautifully unfold on the nose. The palate mirrors this aromatic profile, with a spicy ginger finish that lingers delicately.
Mouthfeel:
With supple acidity and a smooth, balanced texture, this Gewürztraminer feels lively and approachable—bright enough to refresh, yet layered with enough depth to intrigue.
Food Pairing:
A stellar match for spicy cuisines—think Thai or Indian—where its floral and spice characteristics complement and elevate complex flavors. It also pairs beautifully with aged cheeses or richly flavored white meats.
Verdict:
This Gewürztraminer is a striking example of the grape outside its European heartland—dry, elegant, and expressive. It’s floral and spicy without sweetness overpowering, making it a standout for aperitifs or paired with bold, savory dishes. A refreshing and refined Californian twist on Gewürztraminer. — 24 days ago