Sherwood Estate’s combination of fertile soils, rich with limestone deposits and a temperate maritime climate make ideal conditions for the production of quality grapes.
This independent vineyard produces a range of premium red and white table wines, from their hand picked and hand pruned grape varieties, Verdelho, Chardonnay, Chambourcin and Cabernet Franc.
Winemaker John Cassegrain captures the essence of the Mid North Coast - soft, full-bodied wines with primary fruit characters that combine well with oak and cellar for the medium term.
Experts agree that Sherwood Estate Wines are of exceptional and remarkable quality.
NSW North Coast Tourism Awards
Best Winery 2002
Award of Distinction 2003
North Coast Wine Growers Association
Best Red 2001
2006 Verdelho
Delicate straw in colour with a green hue, the nose has vibrant aromas of passionfruit, pineapple and cherry blossoms. The palate displays delicious fruit flavours of lychees and guava, with a lengthy mineral finish infused with lemon sorbet. Match with mildly spiced Asian dishes.
2005 Verdelho
Beautifully aromatic and showing typical Verdelho notes of tropical fruit and passionfruit, our 2005 is as good as it gets! With its' dry and flinty finish emphasising the savoury aspects of the palate, this wine is an ideal accompaniment for any meal.
2006 Unwooded Chardonnay
Pale lemon with a vibrant green hue, the nose has delicate aromas of green apples, citrus blossoms and white fleshed peaches. The palate has a lengthy mineral finish supported by clean acidity and generous fruit flavours of lemon zest, figs and honeydew melon. Food Suggestion: Honey prawns, grilled fish or chicken.
2007 Chardonnay
An oaked chardonnay, fermented at low temperatures then matured on its lees for 6 month. The nose is fresh apple, pineapple, melon & fruit salad. The palate has flavours of toast and butterscotch and creamy peaches, with a lingering complex finish. Enjoy now or cellar for a medium term. Food suggestions: Oven baked chicken or even a juicy rack of lamb.
2007 Semillon
This wine was fermented at low temperatures to enhance fruit character and freshness. The aromas are of lemon citrus and summer grass with hints of fresh passionfruit. The palate is refreshing citrus and lingering. Ideal for serving with all seafood, particularly shellfish. Enjoy this delicate young wine now or cellar for five or more years.
Honeysuckle (Sweet White)
This fresh young wine is pale yellow in colour with light green hues with a lifted bouquet of tropical fruit with hints of honeysuckle and rose floral notes. The palate has a soft fresh/crisp fruity flavour, aromatic and sweet. A well balanced wine particularly suited to the spicy flavours of Thai, Malay and Indian dishes.
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2007 Rosé
Made from our flagship Chambourcin, the wine is cool fermented to preserve fresh fruit aromas of strawberries and cream. The palate is fresh and crisp with bright berry fruits, raspberries and strawberries.
Serve chilled and enjoy now while flavours are young and lively.
Food suggestions: BBQ marinated chicken or char grilled tuna.
2005 Chambourcin Merlot
Dark plum in colour with a purple hue, the nose has enticing Aromas of ripe raspberries, dark chocolate and star anise. The palate is juicy and fruit driven, displaying characters of mulberries, licorice and ripe cherries. Food Suggestion: Great with any red meat dishes, particularly char-grilled steak.
2005 Chambourcin Cabernet Franc
Dark crimson with a violet hue, the nose has luscious aromas of stewed rhubarb, cinnamon and vanilla bean. The palate of this mouthfilling young wine delivers flavours of espresso, mocha and ripe blackberries.Food Suggestion: Grilled lamb cutlets.
2004 Chambourcin Cabernet Franc
We have created this wine to provide a smooth easy drinking compliment to our flagship Chambourcin. With its' lovely smoky leather flavours and soft smooth tannins, it is designed to drink now and over the next year. This wine, if desired, may even be served slightly chilled.
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Sherwood Frost
This dessert wine/white port style is a brilliant clear, very pale yellow. The aromas are light yet lifted green apple, with a 'savoury oak' complex. This fortified Semillon was aged in oak with brandy and should be served chilled. This style makes a perfect aperitif or after dinner accompaniment to your dessert or cheese platter. The palate is clean, light and slightly sweet. Stucturally, the integration of acid, sugar and alcohol provide a clean, balanced finish, which gives the impression that the wine is lighter than it is.
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