Winery LethbridgeHugo George
Red wine
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet franc, the Sangiovese and the Merlot.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or game (deer, venison).
Taste structure of the Hugo George from the Winery Lethbridge
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Hugo George of Winery Lethbridge in the region of Victoria is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Hugo George of Winery Lethbridge in the region of Victoria often reveals types of flavors of earth, black fruit.
Food and wine pairings with Hugo George
Pairings that work perfectly with Hugo George
Original food and wine pairings with Hugo George
The Hugo George of Winery Lethbridge matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or lamb such as recipes of shepherd's pie (potatoes, beef, carrots, bacon), pasta gratin with courgettes and ham or grilled lamb shoulder with spices and honey.
Details and technical informations about Winery Lethbridge's Hugo George.
Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc
Supple, fragrant reds with fine tannins and vibrant freshness, showing raspberry, violet, green pepper, pencil lead and gentle spice aromas. Star of the Loire as a single variety (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny) and of the right bank of Bordeaux in blends (Cheval Blanc at 60%). Also in semi-dry Anjou rosés. A historic Bordeaux variety, parent of Cabernet-Sauvignon, Merlot and Carmenère.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Hugo George from Winery Lethbridge are 2008, 0, 2012
Informations about the Winery Lethbridge
The Winery Lethbridge is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 48 wines for sale in the of Geelong to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Geelong
Cool-climate gem of Victoria on Melbourne's southwest coast: signature Pinot Noir as king red — racy and complex with signature notes of red cherry, beetroot, earth, game, thyme and a smoky touch, finely chiselled tannins and mineral tension (the 'Pinot Coast' with Mornington and Gippsland). Chardonnay, fresh peppery Shiraz and Pinot Gris as complements. GI, 3 subregions (maritime Bellarine Peninsula, Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast), Bass Strait maritime influence, varied soils.
The wine region of Victoria
Australian diversity from cool to temperate climate. Yarra Valley and Mornington: fine, silky Pinot Noir (cherry, raspberry, undergrowth), taut, mineral Chardonnay. Heathcote: structured Shiraz with black fruits, pepper and chocolate. Rutherglen, fortified capital: opulent sweet Topaque and Muscat (raisin, caramel, fig, roast notes).
The word of the wine: Cordon de Royat (size in)
Short trellised pruning with one or two horizontal arms stretched over a wire. Very suitable for mechanization, it offers a very good exposure of the bunches as well as an excellent aeration.
