Top 12 Mother's Day wines
Say thank you with wine
Sara Schwarz
Delatite Shiraz and Sylvia Riesling
Sunday May 9th 2010 is Mother's Day. Whether you’re planning a family lunch or just want to surprise her with something special, this Mother’s Day say thank you with some great wines at great prices from our friends at The Wine Society.
The Whites (a pink and some bubbles)
- KWV Lifestyle Sauvignon Blanc 2009 $9.99 (VIP price for six or more $10.99)
If your mum is a fan of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc (as many are), look not east but west this Mother’s Day and give her something a little more exotic from reputable South African producers KWV. This is a great value sauvignon blanc with excellent gooseberry and spice aromas and some enticing floral hints. Read more and order here »
- Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2009 $34.99 (no VIP price)
For a truly classic New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, look no further than the Cloudy Bay. This wine has become the benchmark for all others and sells out quickly each year. Juicy, fresh and intense - this is one to let your mum know she’s appreciated. Read more and order here »
- Delatite Sylvia Riesling 2008 $18.99 (no VIP price)
This gorgeous riesling is named in honour of the founder of Delatite’s mother, who lived to 94 and was well known for her beautiful garden and love of sweet things. This wine is low in alcohol, with plenty of fruit flavour and is just a little sweet. Drink it now or put is down for a few years - as with its namesake, this wine also ages beautifully. Read more and order here »
- Paringa Estate Peninsula Chardonnay 2007 $28.59 (VIP $25.99)
Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula region is renowned for its elegant chardonnay and Paringa Estate is one of the region’s finest producers. This elegant wine is a real treat for mum, with some lovely citrus and stonefruit characters, subtle nutty barrel ferment characters and a good clean acid finish. Read more and order here »
- Eileen Hardy Chardonnay 2006 $70.39 (VIP $64.99)
After years in exile, Australian chardonnay is back in vogue, appreciated by those in the know as an elegant variety capable of making beautiful wines. The Eileen Hardy is a sublime example of what this variety can be with its intense aromas of grapefruit and lemon and a complex, creamy flavour. First released in 1986, the Hardys Eileen Hardy Chardonnay each year honours the matriarch of the Hardy family. Honour yours also. Read more and order here »
- Cumulus Rolling Pink 2009 $14.29 (VIP $12.99)
Planning a Mother's Day brunch, the Rolling Pink may be just the thing with its wonderful colour and ripe summer strawberry aromas. Serve chilled and maybe purchase a second bottle just in case. Read more and order here »
- Pol Roger NV Champagne $76.99 (VIP $69.99)
A family business since 1849, Pol Roger is the epitome of Champagne. The wine is delicate and elegant with wonderfully yeast and citrus aromas. A bottle of Pol Roger is sure to make a good impression and win you brownie points, ensuring your position for the coming year as your mother’s favourite offspring. Read more and order here »
The Reds
- Craggy Range Sophia Merlot Cabernet Franc 2007 $71.49 (VIP $64.99)
Merlot is an often under-appreciated and overlooked variety, (not helped by the movie Sideways). The astute winemakers at Craggy Range have created a truly sublime, smooth and indulgent wine, ‘Sophia’ after all is Greek for wisdom. Blended with Cabernet Franc, this is a rich and flavoursome red with gorgeous flavours of black cherry and plums.
Pour mum a good sized glass this Mother’s Day and leave her in peace for a while, preferably in front of a roaring fire. Read more and order here »
- Pfeiffer Shiraz 2008 $27.49 (VIP $24.99)
For the shiraz lovers out there, this is a rich and flavoursome one made by Jen Pfeiffer, one of Australia’s most dynamic winemakers. Made in Victoria’s Rutherglen region, the Pfeiffer shiraz is excellent value for money and sure to please. Read more and order here »
- Teusner Avatar Grenache Mataro Shiraz 2007 $30.80 (VIP $27.99)
GSM, as this blend is often known, originated in the southern Rhone region of France and has developed an almost cult following in Australia. It is especially well made in the Barossa Valley.
This Teusner example is so flavoursome, rich and juicy, I almost don’t want to tell you about it in case it all disappears, however as it’s for your long suffering mum… Read more and order here »
- Angus the Bull Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 $16.99
As the name suggests, this wine has been made with good steak and other red meat in mind. For only $16.99 this is also one of the best value red wines around. So if you’re planning a hearty meal this Mother’s Day, ‘Angus the Bull’ may be just the wine to turn the meal into an occasion. Read more and order here »
- Cullen Diana Madeline Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 $109.99 (VIP $99.99)
The 'Diana Madeline' honours the late Di Cullen who with her husband Kevin first planted vines in Wilyabrup, Margaret River in 1966, and who became full time winemaker in 1981. The Cullen Wines motto of ‘quality, integrity and sustainability’ says it all. This is a truly special wine in memory of a dynamic woman who did much to help shape Australia’s wine industry. Read more and order here »
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Paringa Estate Winery was established at Red Hill on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula by owners Lindsay and Margaret McCall in 1985. The home property has 10 acres ... read more
Teusner Wines came into being late in 2001 when Kym Teusner witnessed a conversation between his girlfriend's uncle and his brother. They were discussing the viability ... read more
TintaraHardys Tintara Winery is located in the McLaren Vale, in the Fleurieu area of South Australia. One of Australia's icons, Hardys has a rich heritage spanning more ... read more
Cumulus Wines & Rolling and Climbing Wines
Cumulus Wines is a leading cool climate winemaker, sourcing fruit from its high altitude, single vineyard in Orange, 280 kilometres west of Sydney. read more
The philosophy behind Angus The Bull is to create a unique and innovative wine that provides an ideal accompaniment to prime beef. Each year the most promising parcels ... read more
DelatiteDelatite, located near Mansfield in Central Victoria, is a medium-sized family run winery that was established in 1982 by Robert and Vivienne Ritchie. read more
In the early 1960's detailed climatic studies of various regions in Southwestern Australia revealed that during the winegrowing season, Margaret River's climate ... read more
Hardy Wine Company grows grapes in they Yarra Valley - in Yarra Junction - in Victoria's Dandenong Ranges, in Melbourne Surrounds. read more
Pfeiffer Wines Rutherglen
Pfeiffer Wines is a family owned and operated winery, located within historic Rutherglen, in North-East Victoria's Legends, Wine and High Country, a region with ... read more
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