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VINTAGE ROUND-UP
by Times Media
Wine columnist and connoisseur DENNIS KNILL gives his views on two new releases from Jacobs Creek.
From modest plantings of 30 hectares of vines and a small underground cellar, Jacob’s Creek has emerged today as one of Australian’s finest wineries made famous for some of the world’s leading wine brands. Blame it all on Johann Gramp where in 1847 he planted the first commercial vineyards along the river banks of Jacobs Creek. Gramp and Sons was established soon after followed with the first vintage around 1850 and the beginning of 175 years of winemaking that continues to this day.
’21 Jacobs Creek Prosecco reserve RRP $16 a sparkling wine that’s all the rage in Italy. Light in body and balanced with incredible floral aromas and decidedly fresh citrus make this an easy drinking summer wine. Pair with prawns, lobster, sushi, cold meat cuts or an assortment of salami and prosciutto served up on a plate
’21 Jacobs Creek Rosie sauvignon blanc RRP $20 instantly appealing with its complexity and distinctive aromas and concentrated flavours of fresh ripe citrus giving a long dry finish that ticks all the boxes. Serve with chicken, seafood, smoked salmon and summer salad. A joy to drink with cheese or humus on flat bread
