Australia has always been renowned for its popular family-owned vineyards and many a time, it is the proving legacy that pushes the brand’s success. Founded in 1969, Casella Family Brands is setting the best example. The family’s rag to riches story is still one of the most remarkable in the country’s winemaking history. Led by Managing Director, John Casella, the company produces and sells several other wine labels, including—Brand’s Laira, Peter Lehmann Wines, Young Brute, Morris of Rutherglen, Baileys of Glenrowan, Casella Shaw Family Vintners and Yellow Tail.
Let’s take a look at the ten best wines of this iconic winery.
1. Peter Lehmann 2013 Masters Wigan Riesling
Awarded 'Best Riesling in the World' (IWSC) six times, this mature wine features remarkable youth on the palate with great fruit purity balanced by a crisp, dry finish. The Riesling flaunts a delicate, pale lemon color with soft aromas of lime and florals.
2. Peter Lehmann 2013 Stonewell Shiraz
Stonewell has been lauded as one of Australia's greatest wines and one of the world's greatest Shiraz. The wine exhibits aromas of dark plum and chocolate with hints of mint. Following pressing and clarification, the wine was matured in French oak hogsheads for 15 months.
3. Yellow Tail Shiraz
This vibrant, smooth, and rich Shiraz presents rich and smooth flavours of juicy red berries with hints of liquorice and spice. Enjoy With steak or in front of a roaring fire. Serve this intense red with steak.
4. Brand’s Laira 2015 Blockers Cabernet Sauvignon
A multi-award winner, the Blockers range was in honour of founder Eric Brand. On the nose, this Cabernet Sauvignon displays classic cassis, mulberry and dried herb aromas along with subtle spicy cedar notes contributed by barrel maturation.
5. Morris Old Premium Rare Liqueur Muscat
This world-acclaimed Muscat has won numerous gold medals and trophies. Made from Muscat à Petit Grain Rouge, known locally as Brown Muscat, the wine captivates consumers with their richness and intensity of flavour.
6. Morris Old Premium Rare Liqueur Topaque
Topaque, a lighter version of Muscat, is produced from Muscadelle which is a white wine grape. The wine takes on a caramel hue from its extended time in oak and displays aromas of candied fruits, honey, toffee along balanced by distinctive cold tea character on the palate.
7. Morris Sparkling Shiraz Durif
This sparkling red features intense beading and rich robust flavours of dark fruits, chocolate and savoury influences balanced by soft tannins.
8. Peter Lehmann Wines 2019 Hill & Valley Riesling
The Hill & Valley wines showcase the great diversity of the Barossa region. This classic Riesling exhibits delicate fruit purity and the hallmark minerality typical of the Eden Valley.
9. Brand's Laira 2018 Old Station Rosé
This Rosé exudes refreshing aromas of strawberry and cherry with a hint of tropical fruit. The palate is fresh and crisp, displaying an array of tropical berry fruits with lingering flavours.
10. Baileys of Glenrowan 2016 Organic Shiraz
This deep garnet red colored Shiraz pairs beautifully with classic veal dishes and light game meats, such as duck or quail. It offers lifted and floral aromas of fresh cherry and raspberry fruits supported by attractive spicy whole bunch note.
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