Wine Code Breaker #420

An update from the archives…Onomatopoeia is one of those marvelous words in the English language. It involves the formation of a word from a sound associated with what is named. Think of sizzle. The very mention of this word evokes thoughts of eggs, bacon and sausages “sizzling” in a pan. What about rustle? This brings to the fore images of rolling around in those autumnal leaves that strangely fall around Autumn. What about wine and onomatopoeia? Let’s see how it could work.

The Seppelt Original Sparkling Shiraz is crafted from fruit plucked from vines throughout Victoria and is a blend of vintages. Crunch and crinkle goes the removal of the foil and wire with a squeaking as the cork is eased from the vassal. Pop it goes where uncontrolled in its release or hiss when eased slowly. Whooshing and a gushing of bright purple red liquid gurgles into your glass. “Mmmm” you go as you reflect on its colour. Sniff, sniff leads to an achoo with the peppery notes dominating. “Ahh” you go as the plummy fruit and liquorice spice precedes a raising of your eyebrows. The rushing of the bead across the palate fizzles pleasingly as you gargle and gurgle. Plummy fruit, cloves and spices present a lovely mouthfeel and an extended finish that leaves you hooting for more or whimpering and w(h)ining when there is no more. A perfect accompaniment to a good old Aussie BBQ or gobbling with turkey.

Enjoy!