GLOBAL PASSPORT SERIES 2025
Marselan Merlot, Languedoc, France (December 2024)
This luscious French blend of Marselan and Merlot showcases the best of both varietals. The Marselan brings structure and complexity while the Merlot adds elegance and grace. Experience a symphony of juicy cherry, hints of plum and dark blackberry all balanced by subtle notes of vanilla and spice. The tannins are velvety yet structured providing a smooth, rich mouthfeel. This wine embodies the Mediterranean terroir taking you on a journey through Southern France with every sip.
Colour: Red
Sweetness: Dry
Oak: Medium-Heavy
Body: Medium-Full
Alcohol: 13%
Pinot Grigio Gewürztraminer, Lodi, California (January 2025)
Meet the intriguing blend that marries the freshness of Pinot Grigio with the rich aromatics of Gewürztraminer. This wine starts with zesty citrus fruit and lychee on the nose, followed by green apple, sweet tropical fruit and delicate floral notes on the palate. The Gewürztraminer adds a subtle spicy note that brings complexity to this fruit forward blend while the Pinot Grigio keeps the wine fun and fresh. This wine is clean and crisp with bright acidity and a long lingering finish that excites the senses.
Colour: White
Sweetness: Dry
Oak: None
Body: Medium
Alcohol: 12.5%
Petit Verdot Shiraz, Riverland, Australia (February 2025)
This Aussie blend of Petit Verdot and Shiraz is bold and enticing. The Petit Verdot brings structure, depth, and freshness, while the Shiraz adds mid- palate weight and vibrant fruit notes. The nose is dominated by aromas of blackberry and plum with subtle hints of pepper and delicate spice notes. The palate is rich and full-bodied with ripe dark fruits like black cherry, plum and black currant. Supple tannins and a long satisfying finish round out this noble blend.
Colour: Red
Sweetness: Dry
Oak: Heavy
Body: Full
Alcohol: 13%
Grand Red, Lodi, California (March 2025)
A Californian blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot. Aromas of ripe blackberries and plum are intertwined with juicy red fruits, soft vanilla and a hint of black pepper on the palate. This wine has many layers. The Cabernet Sauvignon brings body and structure, the Syrah shows spice and floral notes while the Merlot adds a silky texture that ties it all together. Velvety tannins, balanced acidity and a rich lingering finish make this a true Grand Red.
Colour: Red
Sweetness: Dry
Oak: Heavy
Body: Full
Alcohol: 14%