Tar and roses are flavours synonymous with nebbiolo and this red embodies the name like no other. Black licorice sweetness, leather and olive tapenade characters add to this delicious mix, combined with bold tannins, giving this impressive wine flexibility to cellar for several years.
It will go down a treat with braised beef and hearty winter vegetables.
FIVE STRIKING ITALIAN REDS
From sangiovese to nero d'Avola, montepulciano and more, there’s a perfect Italian red wine for every occasion. Renowned for their boldness in flavour, while holding impressive substance and character, the red wines of Italy are of benchmark quality, and enjoyed all over the world. Explore this striking bottle by Australian winemaker, Tar & Roses. Narelle King says: "Burnt cherry red in colour, with lifted floral and carnation notes, and hints of black tea and herbs on the nose. Substantial tannin on the palate; lingering and fleshy.
Halliday Wine Companion, 13 June, 2019
AN EMBODIMENT OF THE NAME TAR & ROSES
An embodiment of the name Tar & Roses, this wine shows lifted floral aromas with hints of herbal tea and spearmint. The palate is fleshy with substantial tannins and long, lingering acidity.
Australian Gourmet Traveller WINE, 1 September, 2019