This well structured wine with powerful tannins starts off with scents of meat, leather and coffee that gradually give way to aromas of vanilla and cedar. The oak is balanced by dark fruit flavors of cassis and chocolate, adding licorice and charcoal on the finish. A bit chewy at this stage; drink 2010–2020.
— J.C.
(2/1/2008)
Many will appreciate this restrained, pretty Shiraz; it is a food-friendly style and size, showing chalky-smooth tannins and flavors of cola and blackberry. This is evidence of how the Hills is having success with reds as well as its whites. Imported by The Country Vintner.
— D.T.
(8/1/2005)
Has aromas of plum, berry and spice. On the palate, surging, mouthwatering flavors of tart plums and eucalyptus follow, couched in furry, dusty tannins. Lively acidity completes a lovely package. 400 cases produced.
— D.T.
(8/1/2005)
Not a typically fruit-driven Shiraz, Longview’s 2007 Yakka boasts pungent scents of smoke, leather and marinated beef, then delivers earthy, meaty flavors. It’s full in the mouth, with a creamy texture that turns chewier on the finish—perfect alongside rare beef or lamb. Drink now-2018.
— J.C.
(2/1/2010)
A reliable producer focused on the regions around Adelaide, Longview has turned out a full-bodied, chewy, high-octane Cab that takes jammy cassis and chocolate syrup notes and leavens them with more elegant accents of cedar and tobacco. Drink 2012–2020.
— J.C.
(11/1/2009)
This Adelaide Hills wine offers pretty pear, melon and apple aromas and flavors. It has a steely, minerally spine and a clean, mouthwatering feel. Not a flabby wine, and equally suited to the cocktail hour, and pairing with food. 1,500 cases produced. Imported by The Country Vintner.
— D.T.
(8/1/2005)
This delightful Chardonnay is both femininely styled and intense. The nose proffers dusty lemondrop aromas, and the palate, lemon-lime, chalk and mineral notes. Fresh and clean, it’s lively enough to work as an apéritif.
— D.T.
(10/1/2006)