Mayer is the label of Timo Mayer, winemaker at Gembrook Hill. We have been very impressed with the Gembrook wines in the past, and particularly the Mayer pinot sourced from Timo's vineyard. Unfortunately these wines didn't come close to the quality we would have expected although to be fair we haven't yet tried the 2004 Gembrook's.
Pinot Noir 2004
Light style, bright cherry fruits with just a hint of sour fruits underneath. Doesn't really get going or show the necessary intensity in the mid $20's.
Shiraz 2004
Could be confused for pinot. Very light cool climate style. Light berry fruits, some cherry, a zing of acid keeps things fresh. Hard to see why one would chase this interpretation over Sunbury or Langi styles.
Nouveau 2004
Rose style; components not disclosed. Light candy red in the grass with a savoury, earthy nose, shows some complexity. Reasonably serious in the mouth, not at all fruity. Dry, with a streak of acid that does dominate a little. Pretty good value at $13.
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