Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

Le Chat Noir South of France Rosé in a bottle vs. Le Chat Noir Rosé in a can.

The grape debate!

Well not really because I think we probably all think the bottle is going to be better than the can when it comes to wine right?

So last night I asked Mr Spittoon to pour me tasters of the same wine yet one came from a bottle and one from a can. I analysed the colour, aromas and palate and came to a conclusion which taster was the bottle and which was the can.

I found my first sample to be more pungent and raw while the second sample seemed more refined, elegant and fresh. While you could say they were the same wine, if I was unaware of what I was drinking, I’d probably say they were different wines!

So did I guess the vessels correct? I did and it’s safe to say I enjoyed one a whole lot more than the other 🙌

The first more pungent sample was from the can and the second more refined taster was from the bottle. It was fascinating and I’ll definitely think twice before buying canned wine now😱 Saying that, we do have some sparkling rosé cans in the fridge 😂

Here’s my notes for the bottle version: It’s a pale coral shade in the glass. Red fruits (think cherry, raspberry and pomegranate) with a whiff of watermelon and lemon 🍋 and lime rind come through on the nose. While in the mouth it’s light and refreshing with juicy raspberry, strawberry 🍓 and citrus flavours.

These wines were part of my sample Cellarmasters ‘My Favourites Rosé Reservation’ subscription. With this annual subscription you receive a case of Rosé’s three times a year in March, October and December – for just $155.88 + FREE delivery* per case 🙌 Head to the Cellarmasters website for more details.

This wine was sent to me as a sample, I was under no obligation to post about it.

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Wine is subjective & always evolving, so make sure you drink what you enjoy! #sponsored — 4 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

This Arcadia Bohemia 2015 Yarra Valley Chardonnay is a collaboration between Vinomofo and the Innocent Bystander team. $90 a 6-pack (which makes it $15 per bottle). I tried this as part of a Nuffnang Product Talk opportunity: http://travellingcorkscrew.com.au/vinomofo-australias-online-wine-black-market/

Pale yet vibrant 9ct gold colour on the eye. The nose is bit of a melon medley with honeydew, rock and watermelon coming through with a sprinkling of white pepper. Refreshing, bright and crisp on the palate with delicate oak complimenting the melon, pineapple and honey drizzled grapefruit flavours well.

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Don't forget, wine is subjective #TCWeekdayWine #sponsored — 9 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

''The Orgy' 2014 GSM (Grenache, Shiraz, Mourvèdre) from McLaren Vale is a collaboration between Vinomofo and the Leask Bros from Hither & Yon. A 6-pack goes for $90 which works out to be $15 per bottle. I tried this as part of a Nuffnang Product Talk opportunity: http://travellingcorkscrew.com.au/vinomofo-australias-online-wine-black-market/

A name and label like this definitely catches your eye! It's a bricky garnet colour on the eye. On the nose I was picking up salty sea air, pencil sharpenings and dark black fruit. It definitely has a very pungent nose. The palate is full bodied, rich and juicy - it's pretty much a meal in a glass! Definitely a wine to start up some interesting conversations!

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Don't forget, wine is subjective #TCWeekdayWine #sponsored — 9 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

This 'Old Money' 2013 Coonawarra Cab Sauv is a collaboration between Vinomofo and a boutique producer (who I can't seem to find the name of). $90 a 6-pack (which makes it $15 per bottle). I tried this as part of a Nuffnang Product Talk opportunity: http://travellingcorkscrew.com.au/vinomofo-australias-online-wine-black-market/

Super opaque red colour on the eye. Mr. Spittoon's first impression of the nose was that it smelt of marmite! For me it was a pretty full on nose - after I got past the thought of marmite I picked up blueberry aromas and those chocolate licorice bullet lollies. On the palate it's definitely a drink now Cab and it made me think of coffee and chocolate cake. Medium bodied and full of flavour.

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Don't forget, wine is subjective #TCWeekdayWine #sponsored — 9 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

'Art of War' is a 2014 Barossa Valley Shiraz. It is a collaboration between Vinomofo and Teusner. A 6-pack goes for $90 which works out to be $15 per bottle. I tried this as part of a Nuffnang Product Talk opportunity: http://travellingcorkscrew.com.au/vinomofo-australias-online-wine-black-market/

Firstly this was Mr.Spittoon's fave wine from the Vinomofo collaboration pack, he couldn't get enough of it and when I asked him to contribute to the tasting note he just said 'bloody yum'. Here's what I got: It's a deep black red plum colour on the eye with black cherry and blackberry notes on the nose, a touch of red licorice and a certain freshness to it. The palate is juicy and silky with a medium body and an evocative blackcurrant after taste.

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Don't forget, wine is subjective #TCWeekdayWine #sponsored — 9 years ago

Casey @ Travelling Corkscrew

'Duck Sauce' is a 2014 Pinot Noir from the Yarra Valley. It is a collaboration between Vinomofo and Steve Webber from De Bortoli. I tried this as part of a Nuffnang Product Talk opportunity: http://travellingcorkscrew.com.au/vinomofo-australias-online-wine-black-market/

A light garnet shade on the eye. With a nose full of black cherry, liquorice and old books. The palate made me think of black jelly beans with its definite twang and I also picked up candied cherries with an earthy undertone and a sprinkling of baking spice. A great accompaniment to hot cross buns in my opinion 🐤

All opinions are based on my own taste buds. Don't forget, wine is subjective #TCWeekdayWine #sponsored — 9 years ago