St Michaels Wine Auction

Wine Auction Catalogue

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Welcome to the inaugural St Michaels Wine Auction We are delighted to be working in conjunction with the Polytech-nic team and be holding this event in the new Tourism & Hospi-tality Centre, which is a state of the art Hospitality complex and the night will also be catered for by the Polytechnic students and staff. With 50 premium lots on offer the auction will provide supporters and wine connoisseurs an opportunity to secure some speciality wines and potentially valuable collectors pieces. All funds received from the auction will be gratefully accepted and used to directly assist Tasmanians living with a disability. Thank you for your attendance and support, we hope you have a wonderful evening. Kindest regards John Gilpin CEO

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Lot 1

Zonin - Red Sparkling

Information:

This is possibly the most deli-cious ruby Spumante on the market. Simply one of those wines that seduces all who try it, it is intensely fruity and soft. Outstanding quality

Sponsor: Estelle Leslie, Pooki’s

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Italy

Lot 2

Purchase Price: $ Purchase Price: $

2010 Lindemans

Bin 40 - Merlot

Information:

This attractive Merlot displays varietal aromas of cassis and liquorice. The palate is fleshy and mouth filling with fla-vours of plum, sweet spice and creamy vanillin oak.

Sponsor: Judy Leslie, Pooki’s

Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, Hunter Valley



Lot 3

2011 Penfolds Rawson’s

Retreat – Merlot

Information: A medium bodied style with at-tractive mid-palate weight. Juicy plum fruit and ripe dark cherry notes are given subtle notes of savoury French Oak. Tannins are gentle and round, providing tex-ture and length on the palate. Ideal with beef, lamb and pork dishes.


Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, SA

Lot 4


Devils Corner -

Brown Brothers

Collection of 6 premium Brown Brothers Wines, stylishly pre-sented in a wooden clear fronted case.

Information: The collection includes: 2009 Brown Brothers Cabernet Sauvi-gnon, 2010 Devils Corner Pinot Noir, 2009 Brown Brothers Shi-raz, 2011 Brown Brothers Mus-cato, 2011 Brown Brothers Crouchen Riesling and a Devils Corner Non Vintage Cuvee’.

Sponsor: Angus Peel, Devils Corner Vineyard

Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Wonderfu

l

collection of

6 prem

ium

wines



2000 Kreglinger -

Vintage Brut

Information:

Kreglinger Vintage Brut is made by the prestigious spar-kling producers from Piper's Brook. The bottle age adds an extra dimension of com-plexity and finesse.

Sponsor: Pipers Brook Vineyards

Qty:1

Size: 1.5 litre

Country: Australia

Lot 5

Rendezvous Pack

Information:

This beautifully presented gift pack includes: 2011 Secret Stone Sauvignon Blanc, 2011 Secret Stone Pinot Noir, Brown Brothers Cienna Rosso, Brown Brothers Zibibbo and a box of 4 Roses chocolates

Sponsor: Caron Hitchcock, ME Bank

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Lot 6


Beautifully

presented

gift pack



2011 Jansz Premium NV

Rose & Cuvee’

Information: Jansz Premium NV Rosé is vi-brant delicate pink in colour with a fine persistent bead. The fruit flavours give length to the wine and fresh natural acid provides balance and a refreshing finish.

Jansz Premium NV Cuvée is a Chardonnay-dominant style that has finesse and balance with com-plexity and length of flavour

Sponsor: Jansz Vineyards

Qty:2

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Lot 7

2004 Vivante - Brut

Information:

A lively wine, offers all the quality hallmarks of fine French sparkling. It is deli-cate, yet intense, complex but also flavoursome and easy to drink, with a crisp citrusy finish.


Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: France

Lot 8




Lot 9

2011 Penfolds -

Rawson’s Retreat -

Chardonnay

Information: Iconic South Australian winery, Penfolds, continue to produce great quality, value for money wines across all price points. This Rawson's Retreat Chardon-nay is a great example with it's fresh citrus, stone fruits and smattering of oak influence.


Qty:6

Size: 750ml


Lot 10


2009 Three Wishes -

Riesling & Pinot Noir

Information: Riesling - Its nose is floral and spicy with hints of minerality. Its palate is sweet citrus with a stronger lime influence. Some strange chocolate cream and bready nuances blended in as well.

Pinot Noir - Its palate is strong and powerful with good acidity and length. It is guaranteed to cellar well as it changes (some would say develops!) considera-bly once opened.

Sponsor: Rosemary Wishwilson, Three Wishes

Qty:2

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, Tas



2009 Jacob’s Creek -

Shiraz Cabernet

Information: Jacob's Creek are rightfully known for producing amazing value for money wines with vi-brant fruit with a smooth finish. Their Shiraz is skilfully blended, medium-bodied red wine with ripe plum and berry fruit flavours mellow tannins and subtle oak integration.


Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Lot 11

2011 Jacob’s Creek -

Pino Grigio

Information: Jacob's Creek produces a Pinot Grigio here with appealing aro-mas of honeysuckle and quince with a subtle citrus background. Light to medium bodied on the palate, it shows flavours of pear and red apple.


Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Lot 12




Lot 13

2010 Briarose Estate -

Blackwood Cove

Information: A classic blend of Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot and Cabernet Franc and represents the pre-mium selection from the Estate. Young red, won bronze at Perth Wine Show. You wont be disap-pointed.

Sponsor: Dianne and David Gladman

Qty:12

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, Margaret River WA

Lot 14


2010 Coombend -

The Mail Run

Information: The label depicts the original 19th century mail staging post, which lies on the property, pro-viding the inspiration for this smoky, herbaceous blend of cab-ernet sauvignon, merlot and cabernet franc.

Sponsor: Levee Foods

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Excellent

value

Bronze

medal WA

show



Lot 15 Lot 16


2010 Devils Corner -

Pinot Noir

Information: Made as a fruit-driven drink now style, this Pinot from Tasmania's Tamar region shows layers of cherry and forest floor aroma's. A generous savoury and seduc-tive palate with spicy complexity and light astringency. Great value.


Qty:1

Size: 750ml


2007 Sinapius - Pinot

Noir

Information: Low yields, handpicked, 85% destemmed 15% whole bunches, wild yeast ferments and 12 months maturation in French oak barriques. An intensely perfumed floral nose with hints of Chinese five spice and dark chocolate, with a sappy element from the whole bunch inclusion. A com-plex palate with a wide flavour profile, highlighted by dark red berries/cherries, cocoa and well integrated tannins, followed by a long powerful finish.

Sponsor: Vaughan & Linda, Sinapius Vineyard

Qty:2

Size: 750ml




2010 Yellow Tail -

Merlot & Sauvignon

Blanc

Information: Yellow Tail Merlot is soft and supple, with sweet, plum and cherry flavours and a hint of liq-uorice or anise. Merlot is an ex-cellent alternative to the heavier and more tannic red varieties.

Sauvignon Blanc - Fresh citrus notes on the nose followed by hints of passionfruits on the nose - This makes for a great summer time wine with light and easy meals.

Sponsor: Grant Beaumont, The Boathouse

Qty:2

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, NSW

Lot 17

2010 Velo - Pinot Gris &

Chardonnay

Information: Pear, peach, cinnamon, lovely textural qualities, Velo’s Pinot Gris is such a well-balanced wine that it is refreshing, lingering (without being cloying) and crisp.

Pale straw in colour, floral nose, lively acidity with lingering tropi-cal fruit notes. This incredibly versatile wine is made from 100% select hand picked cool climate Chardonnay.

Sponsor: Velo Vineyards

Qty:12

Size: 750ml


Lot 18




2007 Guigal Cotes du

Rhone

Information: A consistently great value Cotes du Rhone. 50% Syrah, 30% Grenache, 15% Mourvedre.

Sponsor: Rohan Birchmore, Pierre’s Restaurant

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: France

Lot 19

2008 Xanadu - Cabernet

Sauvignon

Information: Xanadu Cabernet Sauvignon has a generous and beautifully struc-tured palate, layered with dense fruits of the forest, ripe tannins and a persistent fruit finish. Tak-ing all before it at the recent Dan Murphy's National Wine Show of Australia, this Xanadu Cabernet will be snapped up quickly!

Sponsor: Rohan Birchmore, Pierre’s Restaurant

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, Margaret River WA

Lot 20


Winn

er at

the Dan

Murphy’s

National

Wine

Show



Andrew Garrett—

Chardonnay Pinot Noir

Information: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, grown predominately in cool cli-mate vineyards, were chosen for this wine.They were whole bunch pressed in order to retain the delicacy of the fruit flavours and then underwent malolactic fer-mentation to soften the wine.The result is a rich, soft wine of out-standing complexity.

Sponsor: Grant Beaumont, The Boathouse

Qty:6

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Lot 21 Lot 22


1989 Penfolds Grange

Hermitage

Information: Kindly donated and uniquely signed by her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC, Governor General of the Commonwealth, complete with certificate of authenticity.

A multi-regional masterpiece that shows power, concentration and balance to showcase the very best in Australian wine. The 1989 vintage has proven to be an early drinking vintage and is at its best now, but will survive easily until 2015

Sponsor: Quentin Bryce, Governor General of the Commonwealth

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Uniqu

ely

signed by

The Governor

General

Quentin Bryce



2010 Hawkes Bay

Estate -

Merlot Cabernet

Information: Hawke's Bay Estate produces wines in rich, fruit-driven style from New Zealand's oldest and most diverse wine region.

This rich and spicy red wine dis-plays attractive berry fruit fla-vours and subtle oak in a very harmonious style.

Sponsor: David and Dianne Gladman

Qty:24

Size: 750ml

Country: New Zealand

2009 Fox Creek, Shiraz

Information: The luscious nose shows an in-tense mix of cherries, plums and vanilla custard on a bed of dark rum & raisin chocolate. The soft rich palate is a juicy blend of raspberries, black cherries and plums framed by subtle oak and smooth soft tannins. A great match for dishes demanding a full flavoured fruit driven style of wine. This is a classic example of the modern McLaren Vale Shi-raz style


Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 23 Lot 24


Great valu

e

for a

wonderful

NZ wine



2006 Tenuta Le

Calcinaie - Vernaccia Di

San Gimignano

Information: The wine itself is rich in history and has been considered one of Italy’s oldest and most noble wines since the Renaissance pe-riod, although some believe it dates back to the Etruscans. It is named after the town of San Gimignano (famed for its medie-val towers), where it is pro-duced, and the ancient grape from which it is made.

It was a wine considered to be fit for a king.

Sponsor: Launceston Country Club

Qty:5

Size: 750ml

Country: Italy

Lot 25

2010 Vasse Felix -

Shiraz Cabernet

Information: What’s does classic dry red mean, well it’s a classic blend of Cabernet and Shiraz and it’s got a dry finish but more than that it comes from one of the original wineries of the Margaret River region. Vasse Felix are as famous as the surf breaks that dot the region and this wine is one of their more down to earth offerings that has turned up at a multitude of barbecues in the past. Expect equal amounts of raspberry and pepper with a gen-erous, mouth-filling palate and soft, even tannins.

Sponsor: Di Marsh, Heals and Souls

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia, WA

Lot 26




2009 The Cover Drive -

Cabernet Sauvignon

Information: The wine from the family owned vineyards delivers rich aromas of Satsuma plum, roasted coffee and sole berries. There is a satis-fying collection of flavours on the palate, including cinnamon blackcurrant and fennel.

Sponsor: Di Marsh, Heals and Souls

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 27

Delamere Vineyards

Trio

Information: The trio includes 2008 Cuvee’ 2010 Pinot Noir and a 2010 Chardonnay.

Delamere is one of Tasmania’s longest running family owned and operated wine estates, fo-cused on producing distinguished sparkling and still wines from the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay varie-ties.

Sponsor: Shane Holloway, Delamere Vine-yards

Qty:3

Size: 750ml


Lot 28


Delam

ere

Trio

Excellent

Wine

s



2011 The Nest -

Sauvignon Blanc

Information: This medium bodied, dry wine has a juicy and refreshing pal-ate. Mouth-watering acidity is balanced by a long, elegant, mineral finish.

Sponsor: Dianne and David Gladman

Qty:12

Size: 750ml

Country: New Zealand

Lot 29

2010 Coonawarra -

Leconfield Merlot

Information: Leconfield Merlot has big and juicy dark fruits, soft tannins all supported by lovely French oak. Paul Gordon continues to pro-duce a serious Merlot for a great price, year in, year out. His Mer-lot is also one that will benefit from a little sit in the medium term cellar.

Sponsor: Salisbury Hallam, Hallams Waterfront Restaurant

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 30




Lot 31

1979 Yalumba “Dulcify”

Vintage Port

Information: A tragic accident when favourite in the 1979 Melbourne Cup cut short a great career of a coura-geous horse. To record his deeds Yalumba have blended a fine Vintage Port from selected, hand picked Shiraz grapes from it own Barossa vineyards. Sip it now or take my advice and “paddock” a few bottles for a suitable occa-sion in the future. The Yalumba Thoroughbred Series had won world wide recognition.

Sponsor: Bruce Potter & Rosemary Armitage, Royal Oak Hotel

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 32


Parliament House -

Classic Dry Red &

Classic Dry White

Information: Parliament House presentation pack containing a Classic Dry Red uniquely signed by Prime Minister Julia Gillard and a Classic Dry White wine.

Sponsor: Senator Helen Polley

Qty:2

Size: 750ml

Country: Australia

Uniqu

ely

signed by

Prime Minis

ter

Julia Gillard

Collecto

rs

Item



2002 Rosemount Estate

Cabernet Merlot + wine

box

Information: This is a Silver medal winner class 9 Canberra and Silver medal class 33 Perth. This is a generous, full flavoured wine with soft berry fruit. Vibrant raspberry fruit characters of Cabernet are finely balanced by the smooth velvety finish of Mer-lot. Presented in a wine box. Sponsor: Allan Conn

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 33

2009 Audrey Wilkinson

- Shiraz & 2008 The Ridge - Reserve

Semillon

Information: Recognised as one of the first vineyards in the Hunter Valley, Audrey Wilksonson continue to-day to produce wines of region character with fine craftsman-ship.

Sponsor: Metro

Qty:2

Size: 750ml


Lot 34




2007 The Dead Arm -

Shiraz

Information: Old, extremely low-yielding McLaren Vale vines are responsi-ble for "Dead Arm" - a wine of enormous power, intensity and real complexity - an absolute must for any serious wine cellar! (2007) Sponsor: Mick Acquarola, Star Bar

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 35

2010 Leaning Church -

Pinot Noir &

Chardonnay

Information: Pinot Noir - “Rich, vibrant, re-spected, well-coloured, alluring and incredible length – the es-sential characteristics of all great Pinots!” Chardonnay - “The Dolly Parton of Chardonnays. Perfectly curved, bold melons, soft and creamy in the mouth, powerful undertones, a little nutty and guaranteed to age gracefully!”

Sponsor: Sarah & Mark Leaning Church Vineyard

Qty:2

Size: 750ml


Lot 36




2003 Hermitage - Pinot

Noir

Information: Intensely fruit driven, with sweet cherry, strawberry and violet evident. Velvety mouthfeel with fine tannin punctuating a very lengthy, luxurious finish. A great Pinot! Sponsor: Anonymous

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 37

2010 Sharman’s -

Cabernet Merlot

Information: This elegant Tasmanian wine has been produced from grapes grown at Relbia, Tasmania. The cabernet merlot has a deep cherry red colour and berry fruit on the nose. The palate is me-dium weight,, persistent and shows a complex of fruit and savoury characters. The wine should age gracefully.

Sponsor: Adam Derbyshire, Metz

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 38




Bols Ballerina Bottle -

Apricot Brandy

Information: The bottles were produced from 1957 until the late 1970’s and are a collectors item. Each bottle contains an internal glass dome, inside which a small model balle-rina stand. When the bottle is lifted up, a mechanism activates and the ballerina dances whilst music plays. Sponsor: Jill Cooper

Qty:1

Size: 750ml

Country: Netherlands

Lot 39

2003 Steeple - Jack -

Shiraz

Information: Generous ripe berry flavours fol-lowed by a silky, spice finish

Sponsor: Anonymous

Qty:1

Size: 1.5 litre

Country: Australia

Lot 40


Musical dancing

ballerina, a

uniqu

e addition

to the c

ollection



2009 Abel’s Tempest -

Chardonnay Pinot Noir

Information: The Chardonnay contributes racy, lemon fresh acidity and bright mineral characters whilst the Pinot Noir provides the deli-cate fruit flavours. Bottle fer-mentation lock in the freshness with the wine showing creami-ness and elegant length. Sponsor: Anonymous

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 41

2008 Leconfield -

Hamilton Block - Coonawarra Cabernet

Sauvignon

Information: Complex layers of rich cassis and dark berry fruit, long fine tan-nins, a combination of French and American oak and a long, smooth, well balanced finish,

Sponsor: Franklin House Committee

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 42




Lot 43

Josef Chromy - 2011

Sauvignon Blanc & 2010

Pinot Noir

Information: Pinot Noir - a medium to full bodied Pinot Noir that carries plenty of the deeper richer fleshy flavours of Northern Tasmania, but still with that all important Tasmanian acidity. Tasty Pinot indeed. Sauvignon Blanc - A rich palate of white nectarine, citrus and fresh passionfruit flavours bal-anced with a crisp, refreshing finish. Sponsor: Metro and Anonymous Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 44


2011 Jacobs Creek -

Chardonnay

Information: Jacob's Creek does it again with a Chardonnay with attractive melon and fresh fruit flavours complemented by subtle toasty oak that are all hallmarks of this fresh crisp variety.

Sponsor: Judy Leslie, Pookis

Qty:6

Size: 750ml




2009 Penfolds Bin 128 -

Shiraz

Information: Matured only in French oak, Bin 128 showcases strong regional characteristics with a distinctive Penfolds stamp. It is and always has been a wine with finesse, accessibility to youth and aging potential.

Sponsor: Jo Rainbird, Veolia Environmental Services

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 45

Jack Daniels - Old No. 7

Tennessee Whiskey

Information: Mellowed for smoothness, drop by drop through sugar maple charcoal. Matured for character in handcrafted barrels. Tasted for flavour by master until deemed ready. Award for quality and distinction, 7 gold medals since 1904. Sponsor: Kevin Hay, ZZ Autos Qty:1

Size: 700ml

Country: USA

Lot 46




2006 Lake Breeze -

Bernoota Shiraz

Cabernet

Information: It’s chock full of blackberry and plum and carries a swathe of spice that is typical of Langhorne Creek. It’s a full mouthful of sweet fruit and nicely structured tannins which make it a joy to drink

Sponsor: Franklin House Committee

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 47

2010 Wolf Blass

Eaglehawk—Sauvignon

Blanc

Information: The Eaglehawk range is a staple in many households around Aus-tralia, and for good reason. Con-sistent quality and consistent value for money, from a brand we all know and trust. The Sau-vignon Blanc is a fresh, dry me-dium bodied easy drinker, per-fect for almost any occasion. Sponsor: Anonymous Qty:1

Size: 700ml


Lot 48




1983 Stoney Vineyard -

Cabernet Sauvignon

Information: Whilst many believe that Tasma-nia's finest reds come from Pinot Noir, the enlightened few now realise that Tasmania's finest red comes from Cabernet Sauvi-gnon. Don't expect some bris-tling Barossa bulk here - this is an elegant style- all finesse and complexity rather than the brawn of over the Tasman sea.

Sponsor: Ian Reeve, Bugg Goninon

Qty:1

Size: 750ml


Lot 49

Purchase Price: $

2011 Penfolds -

Rawsons Retreat -

Chardonnay

Information: Iconic South Australian winery, Penfolds, continue to produce great quality, value for money wines across all price points. This Rawson's Retreat Chardon-nay is a great example with it's fresh citrus, stone fruits and smattering of oak influence.

Sponsor: Judy Leslie, Pookis

Qty:6

Size: 750ml


Lot 50

Purchase Price: $

Vintage

Cabernet,

excellent

value



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P.O Box 306 Newstead, 7250

Tasmania

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