With more than 100 wineries and vineyards in the Hunter Valley, each looks for a point of difference, and at Capercaillie Wine Company, the Scottish influence is something unique to the region. Coupled with the Scottish theme, it is the first winery you will see as you turn left into Lovedale Rd. The care and attention to the winery is seen immediately upon entering the cellar door which doubles as an art gallery, some of the work created by winery owner Trish Sutherland. Trish, along [...]

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Winemaker’s tasting notes: Made entirely of fruit from the Capercaillie vineyard, predominant varietal characters are complimented by tight, nutty vanillin oak, fresh peach aromas and a complex, lingering finish. All Capercaillie chardonnay is matured for about six months in new French oak to enhance the varietal characteristics. Screwcap. Available in cases of 6 or 12 bottles. Sells: $150 (6) Sells: $290 (12). Share on Facebook

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Winemaker’s tasting notes: Purple crimsony youthfulness in colour. A wine still in its relative infancy, it is winding up for a big future. Having said that, it also drinks very well now. Aromatic and vibrant in fruit profile. Quite an intense spicy and upfront nose follows as well. Persistent dark fruit characters ensue, think blueberries, blackberries and plums – lively acidity supports the fruit, which is distinct and quite pure in character. Silky fine tannins along with cedary, spicy oak and dark liquorice, and subtle [...]

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Winemaker’s tasting notes: With a blush of pink watermelon colour, a little fruit sweetness and the slightest bubble in the glass, at a low 8 per cent alcohol it is just perfect as an apertif. Awards: 4 Bronze medals. Available in cases of 6 or 12 bottles. Sells: $120 (6) Sells: $230 (12) Share on Facebook

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Winemaker’s tasting notes: Slàinte (pronounced Slahn-je) is Scotland and Ireland’s toast to good health. Deep purple in colour with tinges of crimson, this wine oozes sweet cherries and plums with hints of Christmas spice on the palate. Made in 2009 from chambourcin from the Lovedale vineyard, the tannin structure is really soft allowing it to be enjoyed on any informal occasion or simply as an everyday easy drinking quaffer. The perfect wine to enjoy through the warmer months as it is delicious served slightly chilled. [...]

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Winemaker’s tasting notes: This wine comes in a 3-litre bottle and includes a presentation cylinder. According to the winemaker, this wine is expected to cellar well, ideally until 2012. Given that it is such a limited edition, the winemaker feels it will increase in value until that time. It is currently priced at $150 for a 3-litre magnum. Draped in awards, the wine has achieved 2 Trophies, 6 Gold, 15 Silver and 13 Bronze. Sells: $150 each.  Screwcap. Share on Facebook

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