If you are a gourmet and enjoy the tastes of different delicacies, then you know how much a significant ingredient to a perfect meal good wine is. While it can accentuate the flavours of foods, on the plus side as well when drunk reasonably, a glass of wine a day can be very beneficial for a person’s health because of its richness in antioxidants. Now when the whole world has long been after French exquisiteness, you might be surprised to find out quality is closer than you think and you need not seek after foreign products to get the taste you are looking for.
Since climate has a great deal to do with the essence of wine, certain regions prove to be better than others. Regardless of the components of a wine, it is grape that is at its core, so the growth of it is more than important. The main difference is based on the climate type, with grapes ripening considerably in warmer regions unlike in the case of cool climate. To preserve the acidity, which is the key to good production, wineries in warm parts come up with solutions, such as early picking, to prevent acidity loss on a large scale. While everyone is familiar with the finesse of European wines, it is not surprising to experts that the Tasmanian area is plentiful in distinctive choices of this divine drink.
The reason for this is the specific landscape of the island with its vast mountain ranges as a shield for the vines from certain weather conditions. With moderate climate affecting seasons mildly without drastic temperature changes, where spring and summer are warm, and autumn and winter are mild with cool nights, Tasmania is ideal for wine production. Plus with more than 200 wineries you are sure to find the perfect match for your palate. As there are myriads of Tasmanian wine, it is good to know a thing or two more about them to be able to make the right choice. With a thorough research you will find quality online and have stacks of your favourite wine delivered to your home.
Among the most common grape varieties of Tasmanian wine are Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon, with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir also having sparkling varieties. Below are a few examples that could be next on your menu.
Chardonnay
The extended ripening period provided by the cool climate enables full development of fruit flavour and naturally maintained acidity. If it is sparkling wine you are after, with lingering fruit taste, Jansz Premium Cuvée NV predominant in fresh lemon, honey and nuts is just what your heart desires, with sparkles and sweetness especially felt at the end. Jansz being one of the leading sparkling wine producers should be your proof enough for choosing this wine.
Pinot Noir
For the more refined palates, Ninth Island Pinot Noir 2014 is the option to go. It is delicate with different tastes of berries with a long finishing touch of mocha tannins and pepper berry spice.
Sauvignon Blanc
A rich mix of fruits, Ninth Island Sauvignon Blanc 2013/2014 has a distinctive taste with its blend of passion fruit, mango, sweet baby asparagus and paw paw and you get to taste the sweetness with a crisp finish.
Pair one of these wines with Asian, Mediterranean or Mexican dishes and all of a sudden a sip takes you on a trip around the world.
