Winemaker Notes
One of the world’s most classic and popular styles of red wine, Bordeaux-inspired blends have spread from their homeland in France to nearly every corner of the New World. Typically based on either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot and supported by Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, the best of these are densely hued, fragrant, full of fruit and boast a structure that begs for cellar time. Somm Secret—Blends from Bordeaux are generally earthier compared to those from the New World, which tend to be fruit-dominant.
Northwest from Sydney, across the Blue Mountains, Mudgee is one of Australia's historic wine-producing regions. But even though wine has been made here since the 1850s, today the region boasts a thriving and modern wine scene with no shortage of passionate, boutique winemakers. Soils here are loam and clay and the elevation in Mudgee creates an atmosphere of cool nights and warm, sunny days, perfect for grape growing. Mudgee is recognized for deep and robust Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz as well as for its high quality Chardonnay and fruity Riesling.