Reviews of Cockatoo Ridge Wines

BRUT NV

• Wine Enthusiast, December 2004, 85 POINTS, BEST BUY
  “In this price category, you’re lucky to find a sparkler that won’t give you a killer morning-after headache – so it’s just gravy that this wine tastes good, too. Slight coppery hue, with dusty cherry aromas and flavors. It’s soft, foamy and goes down easy.” - DT

CHARDONNAY

• Wine Enthusiast, July 2004 84 pts.
• Wine Spectator, September 2003 83 PTS.-“Smooth in texture, with open-weave pear and citrus flavors, picking up a peppery note on the finish. Drink now.” – H.S.

CABERNET/MERLOT

• October 10, 2003 4 Stars
  “…bright, spicy red wine with lots of blackberry. Well balanced and have no harsh tannic aftertaste. … downright tasty.” – Michael Lonsford

SAUVIGNON BLANC

• Wine Spectator, April 30, 2005 84PTS.

SHIRAZ

• October 10, 2003 4 Stars
  “…bright, spicy red wine with lots of raspberry. Well balanced and have no harsh tannic aftertaste. ... downright tasty.” – Michael Lonsford
• Wine Enthusiast, March 2003 86pts. BEST BUY ”Lightweight and easy drinking, this opens with aromas of grilled meat, toast, and raspberries. The balanced palate offers plenty of red fruit, while the finish tastes of buttered rum and meat juices.” – KF
• November 3, 2002 “Wine Bargains from Down Under” –
  “The price of $6-8 makes this a no-brainer, and the Chardonnay is excellent, too.” – Bob Chaplin