Brookfields Backblock Hawke’s Bay Syrah 2015

31 March 2016By Yvonne

Brookfields Backblock Hawke’s Bay Syrah 2015 $21 ★★★½ How pretty is the colour of this wine?  Glossy and inky-purple in the glass, it’s also chock full of violets, bouquet-garni herbs and loads of dark berries.  There’s a classic hit of pepper – but it’s only there to cuddle the fruit.  Fresh and youthful, winemaker Peter … Read More

Brookfields Indulgence Dessert Viognier 2014

5 January 2016By Yvonne

Brookfields Indulgence Dessert Viognier 2014 $25 ★★★★★ Beware.  At a heartstoppingly huge 250g/l of residual sugar, you’ll be needing to get those cavities seen to before you even think about sipping this sexy thing.  With incredibly intense aromas of candied mandarin, creamed honey and orange toffee and incredibly luxurious, yet crisp and tangy on the … Read More