Theme: Interesting Australians - By that I mean Aussie wines that aren't the 'norm'. So forget Barossa Shiraz, Coonawarra Cabs, Margaret Chards and Yarra Pinots, how about we bring varietals that aren't as common, or normal wines from not so normal regions in Australia? Or maybe a non-Australian wine that's trying to be Australian? I don't want to (i.e. can't be bothered) write up a list of what is/is not "Interesting" - so I'll leave it up to you guys to decide. We may have to be a bit lenient on the theme with the sparklings and desserts, but here's hoping some of you guys have something weird stashed away.
For what it's worth, I'll be bringing a 2015 Ochota Barrels Botanicals and a 2008 Blue Poles Allouran/2015 Ochota Barrels Gamay/Seppeltsfield Grand Tawny.
My organising skills here in semi-rural Indonesia are limited, however, so I don't think I'll be able to organise a large 20+ person sitting like I've seen previously. I'll be setting a limit of 10-12 with location TBA - but most likely somewhere more laid back. Possibly Ashfield for duck and dumplings or maybe a pizza joint.
I'm hoping to see some regular faces but also some new ones too!
UPDATED 23/11/15
Date: 6:30pm, Friday 27th November
Location: Rubyos http://www.rubyos.com.au
Attendees:
catchnrelease - Red/white/botanical blend? and gamay or tawny
dingozegan - Corvina & medium red or white
9redpens - Weird white
TiggerK - Red & possible white
dave vino - Nero d'Avola
Odyssey - Something young
Red Smurf
I have a real nightmare of a fortnight at work in that period, so realistically could probably only do Friday the 27th. If that doesn't work then that's cool, I will as always look forward to the write up.
