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NOTES
Sero comes from a Latin word meaning to join or blend together. Wines in the Sero family are interesting blends of classic European varieties sourced from the King Valley in north eastern Victoria and other premium wine regions. Made in the Old World tradition, the aim is to produce wines with subtle nuanced flavours, texture, suppleness and balance that are delicious with food. So introduce yourself to the Sero family of wines by De Bortoli and discover for yourself the unique flavours of these classic European style wines.
TASTING NOTES
Very deep crimson in colour with a deep purple hue. Aromas of blackberry and cherry followed by a hint of liquorice and spice on the nose leads to a palate which has impressive weight and mouthfeel, with plenty of ripe fruit flavour, black cherry, spice and blackcurrant. Velvety soft tannins with a long aftertaste of black cherries, liquorice, plum, with a spicy back palate lingering.
OTHER REVIEWS
"The earthy, honest spinach & lentil soup is an idea partner for the rich, dark fruit and spice flavours of shiraz, plus the savoury, earthy characters of Tempranillo that lift the wine and work wonders with the dish."
Nick Ryan, Australian Table, July 2008
"Wow. Every now and then a wine happens along that hits the vinous mark but not the wallet. This is one of those all too rare treats. Sero is a Latin word meaning to blend or join together, and this delivers on that promise: spicy shiraz flavours merge seamlessly with the precision and focus of the tempranillo component. A portion of the fruit comes from cane-cut vines and has a deliberate, raisined fruit flavour that adds a positive and distinct savoury character to this very slurpable red. Perfect with pork and fennel sausages."
Peter Bourne, Gourmet Traveller WINE, Best Buy Wines, June/July 2008
87 points
"I like this very food-friendly range. The offers the supple plumpness of shiraz with the savoury dry finish of tempranillo. Fine ripe tannins with poised palate. Nice current drinking." Ray Jordan, Top Value Reds, West Australian, 29 May 2008
"...Incredibly approachable, this is an easy multi-purpose wine that is good drinking on its own and equally suited to food. It is seriously yummy with loads of cherry flavour, mid-weighted with mellow spices and soft tannins to finish. It's well worth chasing a case." Jeff Gordon, Melbourne Weekly - Eastern, 20 May 2008
"... provides instant gratification courtesy of its rich, savoury flavour. I reckon that even if it were served in a bucket, it would still fill your senses with plenty of ripe fruit." Stuart Macgill, Sunday Herald Sun, 23 March 2008
"This drink-now blend is from the King Valley in alpine Victoria. It has some classic tempranillo notes of dark cherries, leather and spice and a juicy, supple palate. Serve it with lamb chops." Sally Gudgeon, Sun Herald, 2 March 2008
Recommended
"Impressive freshness, fragrance and spice on nose. The palate is vibrant and appealing. Good drinking."
Winewise, February 2008
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