Hobbs Shiraz Gregor (Amarone) 2007 Wine DescriptionThe Hobbs Shiraz Gregor is made from a parcel of our own Shiraz planted in 1988, where after hand picking the fruit is placed into trays and semi-dried. Then blending traditional drying methods with our own style we have made this full bodied Australian Amarone-style shiraz. Crafted in our unique rich, ripe full flavoured style. Approximately 2,200 litres made. Wine Tasting NotesThis wine is made from Shiraz grapes that are hand picked and then placed onto drying racks. Over a period of time the drying process concentrates the berry flavours whilst maintaining their natural acids giving a unique flavour characteristic found only in this Amarone-style of wine.
Delicious! Wine ReviewsHobbs Shiraz Gregor 2007 Rating 93 points
Rich and fleshy, with a sweet sensation to the ripe plum and currant fruit, mingling with cream and white chocolate on the long vivid finish. Made in the style of Amarone. Drink now through 2017.
(source: Wine Spectator, Harvey Steiman, posted May 12th, 2010)
Hobbs Gregor Shiraz 2006 Rated 94 points; Outstanding
Deep coloured, yet bright; a complex bouquet of black fruits, licorice, spice and cedary oak, then a very powerful palate enriched by 24 months in French oak. Against all odds carries its alcohol well.
(Source: James Halliday, Australian Wine Companion 2010)
Hobbs Shiraz Gregor 2005 Rating: 96 points
This wine was made from grapes dried on racks prior to crushing and fermenting in the style of Amarone. More deeply colored than it's siblings, it has a liqueur, port like character to its aromas and flavors. Large in scale and richly fruity, it conceals enough ripe tannin to evolve for 6-8 years. Drink this singular effort from 2015 to 2035.
(Source: Wine Advocate, Robert Parker, posted 2008)
Hobbs Shiraz Gregor 2004 Hobbs Shiraz Gregor 2003 Rating: 96 points Made from yields of two tons of fruit per acre, and aged two years in both new and old French oak, the 2003 Shiraz Gregor (from 16-year-old vines) possesses a roasted/scorched earth character as some of the fruit is dried a la Amarone. Rich and full-bodied, with a broodingly dense, concentrated style, an inky/blue/purple color, fabulous length as well as intensity, and riveting fruit, it can be enjoyed over the next 12-15 years. Robert Parker (Source: Wine Advocate #167 October 2006) Hobbs Shiraz Gregor 2002 Rating: 93 points Made from younger vines (30 years), the 2002 Shiraz Gregor is more Amarone-like than the regular bottling, offering concentrated, intense notes of figs, blackberries, cherries, and currants along with an earthy, chocolatey character that is probably due to the fact that some of the grapes are semi-dried after harvest and before fermentation. After years in French oak, it is a big, full-throttle Shiraz that should age effortlessly for 10-15 years. Consumers should think of the Shiraz Gregor as an Amarone Shiraz from Australia. Robert Parker (Source: Wine Advocate #161 October 2005) |
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