Jip Jip Rocks Sparkling Shiraz Non-vintage
South Eastern Australia $16.95 (212472) 13.0% alcohol
A real charmer, this sparkler is bright and lively in texture with lovely aromas of sweet dark fruit and a whiff of cinnamon toffee. Dry and medium bodied, the violet mousse is subtle on the palate and the dark fruit replays—dried cherry, raspberry and blackberry— garnished with some toasty, chocolaty notes. Hints of spice and cocoa linger on the very berry finish. Flavourful and fun, this is a great wine to enjoy by the barbeque on a warm summer day! (Susan Desjardins)