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The Vineyards
In the early 90's, the family established the Jip Jip
Rocks vineyard, in South Australia's Limestone Coast wine
region. They have concentrated on growing premium varieties of
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. The vineyard
consistently produces excellent fruit quality from low
yielding vines. Only the best parcels of fruit are carefully
selected throughout the vineyard and used in the Jip Jip
Rocks label. Great attention is given to detail with the integration of
fruit flavors and fine oak barrels and helps to produce classic
handcrafted wine styles.
Their sole objective is to produce the best wines
possible from their unique vineyard site. Planted on own
rootstock and located in the Padthaway valley which is
comprised of rich Terra Rosa soils their estate vineyard
benefits from excellent sun exposure producing grapes of
optimum flavor, color and tannin development. The warm summer
days are moderated each evening by coastal winds that cool the
vines and result in a longer ripening period. This extended
period allows for the grape tannins and seed to fully ripen
prior to being harvested, thus creating wines that are rich
and supple on the palate.
Their pursuit of great wine can also be seen in the meticulous
management of our vineyard. They strive for low crop yields
and small grape bunches of intense flavor, and whilst they
employ the latest technology in the vineyard to help us
achieve vine balance and reduced vigor, they harvest when the
fruit reaches full flavor development.
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Australian Wine Trip, August 2005
Hugues Beaulieu on a Jip Jip Rock
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The
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2010 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz 12/750ml
UPC code: 7 84585 00738 7
Vintage conditions: It started out
full bore with the usual warm February weather. All our grape
varieties started to ripen at the same time making it one of
our most compact vintages to date. Vine-balance was carefully
monitored, resulting in fruit that demonstrate the vibrancy
and fruit-derived characters that we strive for in our wines.
Winemaking Report: Fermentation
took place over 10 – 12 days in a combination of open and
static fermenters. The temperature was closely monitored to
ensure the wine retains its natural fruit expression. New and
older French and American oak was used for the maturation of
selected wine parcels over a period of 13 months. These
parcels were put together from our family estate to best
demonstrate the depth and character of our fruit, balanced by
integrated oak.
Tasting Notes: Lifted spice
and ripe mulberry/blackberry aromas are complimented with
chocolate, cedar and cinnamon on the nose. Well-integrated oak
tannin provides flavors of clove and supple texture, which
supports the rich plum, blackberry and mocha. The overall
structure is supple and generous with fine-grained tannin and
a lingering finish.
"Deep garnet color. Aromas of cherry pie, mocha, and
eucalyptus with a satiny, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body
and a long, savory sundried tomato and cracked pepper accented
finish."
-
Beverage Testing Institute (November
14th 2011), 88 pts
WORLD WINE CHAMPIONSHIPS
AWARD: Silver Medal
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2009 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz 12/750ml
UPC code: 7 84585 00738 7
Winemaking is very traditional and labor intensive. Oak
maturation takes place using 35-40% new barrels with the oak
type has traditionally been American. In good cellars, Jip Jip
Rocks Shiraz can age for up to 5 years. This Shiraz was put
together using select barrels from the family estate that best
demonstrate the intensity of the fruit balanced by integrated
oak.
"Great weight of spicy fruit and some subtle oak.
tannins grip in the mouth, an intense yet elegant wine."
-
Australian Wine Showcase (Nov. 2010),
92 pts
TOP 100 & BLUE GOLD
2011 Sydney International
Wine Competition
Top 100 wines carry the
distinction of being placed amongst the highest pointed,
approx 5% of wines from the thirteen Style Categories of the
2011 Competition.
"Also
outstanding, the 2009 Shiraz reveals a judicious touch of oak
that provides an attractive spicy component that complements
the blackberry and black currant fruit in the aromas and
flavors. Full-bodied yet fresh and lively, without the
alcoholic and oaky heaviness that sometime interfere with the
appreciation of southern Australian wines, it should provide
pleasure over the next several years."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010),
90 pts
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UPC code: 7 84585 00738 7
2008 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz 12/750ml
Winemaking is very traditional and labor intensive. Oak
maturation takes place using 35-40% new barrels with the oak
type has traditionally been American. In good cellars, Jip Jip
Rocks Shiraz can age for up to 5 years. This Shiraz was put
together using select barrels from the family estate that best
demonstrate the intensity of the fruit balanced by integrated
oak.
Consistently mild weather during the growing season and
leading up to harvest encouraged optimal ripening. Weather
conditions during harvest were perfect, making for a smooth
vintage. Grape berries were quite small and since yields were
down, flavor was concentrated and quality enhanced.
A unique style of Aussie Shiraz, tasting of fresh berries
rather than a berry compote or preserves.
"A top
value, this full-bodied yet supple Shiraz packs in the flavor,
starting with dark, brooding fruit on the nose, developing
intensely flavored mixed berries on the palate and finishing
warm and long. Drink now."
- Wine
Enthusiast (Sept. 2010), 90 pts
EDITORS' CHOICE
"The texture
and structure give this medium-bodied wine good authority
thanks to savoury, spicy tannins and fruit flavours; good
balance, too. Screwcap.
- James Halliday Australian
Wine Companion 2011, 89 pts
"Big toasted mocha
coffee and ripe fruit nose. Rich plum, chocolate and spice on
the palate with a hint of blackberry. A well structured
wine with excellent big mouth filling tannins."
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Australian Wine Showcase (July/Aug.
2010),
91 pts
"The
2008 Shiraz received the same upbringing as the
Shiraz-Cabernet. A saturated purple color, the nose displays
spice box, smoked meat, lavender, mulberry, and blueberry.
Ripe and smooth textured with excellent depth, it has enough
structure to continue its evolution for another 1-2 years and
will offer pleasure through 2018."
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Wine Advocate (Dec. 09),
88 pts
"From
the Limestone Coast region of South Australie, this has spice
and mulberry fruit on the nose and palate, with some chocolate
and toasty oak and fine tannins on the finish. Try it with a
good grilled steak or tuck away for a year or three."
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The Courrier Mail (March 10),
89 pts
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2010 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz Cabernet 12/750ml
UPC code: 7 84585 00895 7
Vintage Conditions: It started out
full bore with the usual warm February weather. All our grape
varieties started to ripen at the same time making it one of
our most compact vintages to date. Vine-balance was carefully
monitored, resulting in fruit that demonstrate the vibrancy
and fruit-derived characters that we strive for in our wines.
Winemaking Report:
Fermentation took place over 10 – 12 days in a combination of
open and static fermenters. The temperature was closely
monitored to ensure the wine retains its natural fruit
expression. New and older French and American oak was used for
the maturation of selected wine parcels over a period of 13
months. These parcels were put together from our family estate
to best demonstrate the depth and character of our fruit,
balanced by integrated oak.
Tasting Notes: Bright purple.
Energetic cherry and blueberry aromas display an exotic hint
of licorice. Youthful, bright red and dark berries on the
palate with a lingering finish.
"Deep garnet black color. Aromas of blueberry compote,
cocoa, pepper dust and eucalyptus with a silky, fruity-yet-dry
medium-to-full body and a tangy, sour cherry, praline, and
spicy poached apple nuanced finish. A very nicely balanced
table wine."
- Beverage Testing
Institute (November 14th 2011), 90 pts
WORLD
WINE CHAMPIONSHIPS AWARD: Gold Medal
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2009 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz Cabernet 12/750ml
Winemaking
is very traditional and labor intensive. Oak maturation takes
place using 35-40% new barrels with the oak type been
American. In good cellars, Jip Jip Rocks Shiraz/Cabernet can
age for up to 5 years. This blend was put together using
select barrels from our family estate that best demonstrate
the intensity of our fruit balanced by integrated oak.
Bright purple. Energetic cherry and
blueberry aromas display an exotic hint of licorice. Youthful,
bright red and dark berries on the palate with a lingering
finish.
"Sweet oak showing through on nose, good firm tannin
structure with big fresh cherries on the palate."
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Australian Wine Showcase (Nov. 2010),
90 pts
"The
outstanding 2009 Shiraz/Cabernet boasts a deep purple color in
addition to super-ripe mulberry and boysenberry fruit
interwoven hints of cedar box, pepper, and underbrush. An
opulent, voluptuously textured red with beautiful density and
purity as well as a succulent style, it should drink nicely
for 4-5 years."
- Wine Advocate (Aug. 2010),
90 pts
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2008 Jip Jip Rocks, Shiraz Cabernet 12/750ml
"A 55/45 blend, with good crimson colour, and attractive
blackcurrant and dark cherry fruits, the tannins fine and
persistent, driving the long finish. Screwcap."
-
James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011, 90 pts
"The nose of this wine has the lot - blackcurrant, cherry,
tar and some earthiness. Nice layering of oak on the palate,
cherry fruit and firm tannins beautifully finish the length on
this wine."
- Australian Wine Showcase (July/Aug.
2010), 93 pts
"Smooth and generous, with pretty
raspberry and strawberry jam flavors, lingering easily against
well-buffed tannins. Drink now through 2013."
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Wine Spectator (Jan. 10),
89 pts
"The
2008 Shiraz-Cabernet was aged in a mix of French and American
oak, 35% new. Purple-colored, it emits a perfume of cedar,
spice box, black currant, black cherry, and chocolate.
Full-bodied, structured, and well-balanced, this savory blend
will evolve for 1-2 years but can be enjoyed now."
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Wine Advocate (Dec. 09),
88 pts
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2011 Jip Jip Rocks, Chardonnay Unoaked 12/750ml
Vintage overview: It started out
full bore with the usual warm February weather. All our grape
varieties started to ripen at the same time making it one of
our most compact vintages to date. Vine-balance was carefully
monitored, resulting in fruit that demonstrate the vibrancy
and fruit-derived characters that we strive for in our wines
Winemaking report: Gentle pressing
and free run juices create the base of this wine.
Traditionally Jip Jip Rocks Chardonnay is a 2/3 blend
fermented and
matured in stainless steel and 1/3 fermented
in stainless steel which receives extended lees contact to add
texture and complexity to the palate.
Tasting Notes: Light yellow with a
pale straw hue. A lifted nose of citrus fresh stone fruit
characters and melon. The palate is clean and fresh, subtle
lees
characters, is quite fruit derived and has great
poise. This wine will age beautifully over the next 4-5 years
"Interesting aromas of honeycomb, pink peppercorn,
pineapple-mango cake and coriander with a tart, dry-yet-fruity
light-to-medium body and a crisp, tangy passionfruit accented
finish. Sassy and flavorful with lively acidity that will play
well at the table."
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Beverage Testing Institute (November 14th
2011), 90 pts
WORLD WINE CHAMPIONSHIPS AWARD:
Gold Medal
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UPC code: 7 84585 00815 5
2010 Jip Jip Rocks, Chardonnay Unoaked 12/750ml
Vintage overview: It started out
full bore with the usual warm February weather. All our grape
varieties started to ripen at the same time making it one of
our most compact vintages to date. Vine-balance was carefully
monitored, resulting in fruit that demonstrate the vibrancy
and fruit-derived characters that we strive for in our wines
Winemaking report: Gentle pressing
and free run juices create the base of this wine.
Traditionally Jip Jip Rocks Chardonnay is a 2/3 blend
fermented and
matured in stainless steel and 1/3 fermented
in stainless steel which receives extended lees contact to add
texture and complexity to the palate.
Tasting Notes: Light yellow with a
pale straw hue. A lifted nose of citrus fresh stone fruit
characters and melon. The palate is clean and fresh, subtle
lees
characters, is quite fruit derived and has great
poise. This wine will age beautifully over the next 4-5 years
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UPC code: 7 84585 00815 5
2009 Jip Jip Rocks, Chardonnay 12/750ml
White grapes are gently crushed before fermentation.
Pale Straw. A pure and complex nose, with fresh citrus
characters as well as stonefruit, melon, cashews. The palate
is clean and fresh with subtle oak characters. Like the nose,
the palate is quite fruit derived and has great poise. This
wine will age beautifully over the next 4-5 years.
"Light straw-colored, it
exhibits an attractive nose of spiced apple, pear, melon and
peach. Medium-bodied, lively, and clean on the palate, this
fruit-driven Chardonnay will drink well over the next 3 years."
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Wine Advocate (Dec. 09), 87 pts
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2008 Jip Jip Rocks, Chardonnay 12/750ml
"Pale Straw. A pure and complex nose, with fresh citrus
characters as well as stonefruit, melon, cashews. The palate
is clean and fresh with subtle oak characters. Like the nose,
the palate is quite fruit derived and has great poise. This
wine will age beautifully over the next 4-5 years."
- Wine Advocate (Feb. 09), 90 pts - WHITE VALUE
"Lively, with plenty of lemony acidity, minerals and a
nice bit of fleshiness to add interest. Lovely summer wine."
- Wall Street Journal (July 09), "VERY
GOOD"
"Australian Chardonnay: Not back yet"
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NV Jip Jip Rocks, Sparkling Shiraz
12/750ml
UPC:
7 84585 01297 8
This non vintage wine sparkles to the tune of a well balanced
blend; predominantly 3 year old Shiraz aged in old French oak
barrels allowing wonderful smooth integration of fruit and a
rich weighty texture across the palate. This is blended with a
touch of younger vintage Shiraz to bring ripe juicy varietal
fruit characters to the finished wine.
Deep crimson
color with brick red mousse and a fine bead. The aroma
displays ripe plums, earthy notes and spice. Mouthfilling
flavors of plums and prunes with hints of liquorice. Soft,
creamy with a persistent cherry, chocolate and spice finish.
Residual sugar : 21 grams / liter
"Youthful spicy cherry and plum fruits on a juicy and not
over-sweet palate; easily enjoyed. Diam."
- James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011, 87 pts
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