Checking my iPhone in Waterstones while buying a copy of Clockwork Princess (OMG I LOVE THESE BOOKS!!) revealed that people liked it a lot and thought I should get it! That was enough validation for me. So I do the ' right thing' and I put it back on the hanger. I was shopping on my own and it was like I needed some kind of validation from someone that it was OK if I got this shirt, even though I'm meant to be being frugal right now. I'm moving house soon so I've been trying not to spend money on anything I don't truly need, but I tried it on anyway, took a photo of myself in the change room and posted it on social media (because that's what we do these days, crazy huh?). I immediately love it, but it takes me a second before I realise it's actually a line from one of my all time favourite creepy time travel movies - Donnie Darko. It's white and a little sparkly so it catches my eye - "Sometimes I doubt your commitment to Sparkle Motion" it says. So anyway, I'm looking around and I see this t-shirt. I like to shop there sometimes because I figure it's kind of like the clothes version of the Island of Misfit Toys and I totally resonate with that. Red wines like Pinot Noir and Merlot also have higher acidity, taste spicy and have a lighter body than warm climate wines of the same variety.Īt The Lake House, our cool climate wines are fresh, vibrant and carefully crafted to not only reflect the best of the region’s temperature, temperament and terroir, but to give those who sip them a taste of the good life.As promised here's my little story about how I re-found my faith in the Universe last week at TK Maxx. Cool climate Chardonnay, Riesling (and Sauvignon Blanc) are renowned for having high acidity, lemon-lime aromas and a very light body.
The first ever vines planted in Denmark were Riesling and Chardonnay – two cool climate varieties that are favoured for their beautifully nuanced and elegant flavours and aromas. Something we can attest to having a huge impact on the quality of the finished product! Further complementing the nutrient-rich earth in which the grapevines grow is a clean, green and pristine environment void of urban pollution. Think dry, crisp and light-bodied drops that have tart, fruity flavours like cranberry, raspberry and green apple, and herbaceous and earthy notes.Īnd what of terroir? Here in Denmark you’ll find well-drained, rich and fertile karri and marri loam – soil that’s primed to support the growth of cool climate grapes. What effect does this have on the liquid in your glass, you ask. This results in grapes that have a more concentrated flavour, better tannin structure and higher natural acidity. When grapes ripen slowly, it makes it easier for the sun to penetrate the grape skins and ripen the pips inside. The region also sees plenty of heavy rainfall throughout the winter months, making it the ideal location for producing the best of cool climate wines.Ĭoncentrated sunlight and cooler air temperatures create the perfect conditions for long ripening periods. In Denmark, where The Lake House Denmark is located, the mean January temperature is significantly lower than much of the state. Wines are generally given the label if their grapes are grown in an area that has an average summer temperature below 19.5 degrees Celsius or is located above 400m in altitude. The definition of “cool climate” wines, however, varies from source to source. If you hadn’t already deduced from their name, cool climate wines are just that – wine produced in cool climates. There’s no doubt that cool climate wines have a little extra sparkle, but what exactly makes these tasty tipples so special? The region’s diverse offering of top-quality, cool climate drops has been luring wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs to the picturesque wineries, cellar doors and vineyards of the Great Southern Wine Region for decades, some of whom have left behind plenty of stars, trophies and accolades. Let’s find out just what makes this type of wine so special.ĭenmark in Western Australia’s South West is renowned for many things: pristine beaches, towering trees, beautiful forest-lined drives, and… cool climate wines.
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