Limestone Coast Bargains

When we mention the Limestone Coast, most people would tend to think of Coonawarra, or maybe the Padthaway and Wrattonbully areas. However, the Mt Benson region (between Kingston and Robe) is becoming renowned for its cool climate Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as some very good quality Sauvignon Blanc being produced there.

The first commercial planting of vines in Mount Benson were in 1989, and now exceed 500 hectares and over 2000 tonnes processed by the local wineries.The terra rossa soils provide ideal soil conditions for the growth of the vine and the temperate climate, which is moderated by the influence of the Great Southern Ocean, provide excellent conditions for vineyards to thrive and produce high quality wines.

There are now approximately 20 vineyards in the area; a couple of which we have introduced to you in a previous mixed dozen. The range we have to offer you in this newsletter is from Wangolina Station, who are relatively new to winegrowing but not to the region. In the late 1800’s the Goode family arrived in Kingston and in 1923 took up ownership of Wangolina Station, producing quality cattle and sheep. A fifth generation has broken with family tradition, as daughter and winemaker Anita Goode is building a new reputation as a quality wine producer using grapes sourced from the station vineyard.

With a new vintage almost ready to be bottled we can offer you some remaining stocks of their current range. The regular cellar door price on the whites is $16 per bottle and the Shiraz sells for $20, so we have them at a greatly reduced price for our wine club buyers this month.

Wangolina Station Sauvignon Blanc 2007: Light and delicate, with lifted floral and gooseberry notes on the nose. Subtle tropical fruit on the palate, this is an excellent accompaniment to fresh crayfish or a slightly spicy Thai style salad.

Wangolina Station Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007: A hint of green apple and a fresh lemon aroma. A perfect summer’s afternoon wine or a great aperitif. Serve chilled with garlic and chilli prawn kebabs.

Wangolina Station Shiraz Cabernet 2004: Blackcurrant on the nose and there is a hint of spice from the Shiraz. The palate shows ripe fruit, mocha and sweet spicy characters and is a great accompaniment to Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks.

When we mention the Limestone Coast, most people would tend to think of Coonawarra, or maybe the Padthaway and Wrattonbully areas. However, the Mt Benson region (between Kingston and Robe) is becoming renowned for its cool climate Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as some very good quality Sauvignon Blanc being produced there.

The first commercial planting of vines in Mount Benson were in 1989, and now exceed 500 hectares and over 2000 tonnes processed by the local wineries.The terra rossa soils provide ideal soil conditions for the growth of the vine and the temperate climate, which is moderated by the influence of the Great Southern Ocean, provide excellent conditions for vineyards to thrive and produce high quality wines.

There are now approximately 20 vineyards in the area; a couple of which we have introduced to you in a previous mixed dozen. The range we have to offer you in this newsletter is from Wangolina Station, who are relatively new to winegrowing but not to the region. In the late 1800’s the Goode family arrived in Kingston and in 1923 took up ownership of Wangolina Station, producing quality cattle and sheep. A fifth generation has broken with family tradition, as daughter and winemaker Anita Goode is building a new reputation as a quality wine producer using grapes sourced from the station vineyard.

With a new vintage almost ready to be bottled we can offer you some remaining stocks of their current range. The regular cellar door price on the whites is $16 per bottle and the Shiraz sells for $20, so we have them at a greatly reduced price for our wine club buyers this month.

Wangolina Station Sauvignon Blanc 2007:
Light and delicate, with lifted floral and gooseberry notes on the nose. Subtle tropical fruit on the palate, this is an excellent accompaniment to fresh crayfish or a slightly spicy Thai style salad.

Wangolina Station Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2007:
A hint of green apple and a fresh lemon aroma. A perfect summer’s afternoon wine or a great aperitif. Serve chilled with garlic and chilli prawn kebabs.

Wangolina Station Shiraz Cabernet 2004:
Blackcurrant on the nose and there is a hint of spice from the Shiraz. The palate shows ripe fruit, mocha and sweet spicy characters and is a great accompaniment to Slow Cooked Lamb Shanks.

Wangolina Station Shiraz 2005:
James Halliday 90 points“ Medium bodied, but quite intense and focused blackberry fruit. Good structure and length” Try with a marinated rib eye steak.