Lyons Will Pinot Noir 2024
I'm not going to lie, there is a humility and graciousness that draws me closer to these Lyons Will Pinots, and this exemplifies that ...
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January 26, 2026
Tapanappa Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay 2025
Considered, ripe and generous, this Piccadilly Chardonnay comes from the warmest, driest and earliest vintage on record at the winery.
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January 26, 2026
Lyons Will Riesling 2025
A very tidy Riesling from Lyons Will that is ready for some Thai or Malaysian.
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January 26, 2026
Flinders Run Crossing Borders Riesling 2024
Sourced from just north of the Clare township, this is slatey soils country and that is evident in this fabulous Riesling from Flinders Ru...
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January 26, 2026
Angove Warboys Vineyard Shiraz 2021
Featuring bevelled edges and dangerously smooth lines, this Warboys Shiraz grew on me deluxe. I could be talked into another point. Clever...
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January 25, 2026
Angove Angles Rise Vineyard Shiraz 2021
From the McLaren Vale subregion of Clarendon perched 310 metres above, the Angels Rise vineyard is characterised by its slightly cooler cl...
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January 25, 2026
Coeur des Sages Blanc de Blancs NV
Imported by Joval, this 100% Chardonnay Blanc de Blanc hails from Burgundy and is fermented in tank (Charmat method) rather than in the bo...
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January 25, 2026
Paulmara Estate DeNero 2024
I'm taking a punt and guessing that this wine's nickname in the winery is Robert. I digress... Barossa Nero d'Avola from vines...
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January 24, 2026
Fontaleoni Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG 2024
One of my astute readers reached out to ask if I had tried this wine after he read a review on another site for the 2023 vintage. In fact, I...
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January 24, 2026
Days & Daze Freethinker Shiraz 2023
A cracking barbecue wine, the cheeky throwaway line on the back label, "not your dad's Shiraz", rings true.
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January 22, 2026
Days & Daze Sunchaser Rosé 2025
If easy-drinking Rosé is on your list, this Days & Daze ticks the box with ease.
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January 22, 2026
Days & Daze Sunswill Pinot Gris 2025
This is a Pinot Gris that you could swill for days and days, pardon the pun. Joyous, approachable and damn delicious, this Days & Daze...
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January 22, 2026
Paulmara Estate Lunch Red Sangiovese 2025
Called the "Lunch Red" and for good reason, this Sangiovese from Paulmara Estate is bright and crunchy, oozing an infectious vib...
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January 21, 2026
Holm Oak Chardonnay 2025
I've been out of the chair for a few weeks, so we should get back into it... Let's start 2026 with a bang as I introduce this fres...
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January 21, 2026
The Best of 2025
Another year and another reason to raise a glass! In my 15th year, I still pinch myself at how far things have progressed. Qwine Reviews h...
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December 31, 2025
Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2024
Closing out 2025 with review number 761 (my biggest year yet!) and what a way to finish! This Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay is nothi...
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December 30, 2025
O'Leary Walker Clare Valley Shiraz 2023
Although this O'Leary Walker Clare Valley Shiraz 2023 doesn't reach the glorious heights of the 2022, it is still a super expressi...
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December 30, 2025
Paulmara Estate Xinomavro 2025
Aromatically stunning, this Xinomavro is nothing short of impressive. It's the second most planted red variety in Greece, and the Baro...
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December 30, 2025
Holm Oak Arneis 2025
A wine with captivating interest, this Tassie Arneis from Holm Oak takes me back to my time in Piedmont six months ago. It's an excell...
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December 30, 2025
Renzaglia Wambuul Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Silky with an impressive flow, this Wambuul Cabernet Sauvignon from Renzaglia completes a mighty fine suite of three wines in this range.
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December 30, 2025
Holm Oak Pinot Gris 2025
Delicious drinking and an ideal sundowner, this Holm Oak Pinot Gris hits the spot with ease.
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December 29, 2025
Holm Oak Protégé Pinot Noir 2025
Enticing bright red fruits get you in the mood with this Holm Oak Protégé Pinot Noir. Deliberately made to be expressive in its youth, the...
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December 29, 2025
Parker Estate Scarlett Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
A really tidy expression of Cabernet from Parker Estate, the fruit comes from a section of their acclaimed Abbey Vineyard.
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December 29, 2025
Chapel Hill The MV Gorge Block Chardonnay 2024
This Chapel Hill MV Gorge Block Chardonnay leans into refinement without the theatrics.
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December 27, 2025
Chapel Hill The Vinedresser Chardonnay 2025
There's an approachable simplicity about this Vinedresser Chardonnay from Chapel Hill.
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December 27, 2025
Paulmara Estates Sangiovese Rosé 2025
This Paulmara Estates Sangiovese Rosé speaks loudly for tapas, pizza or a handful of Burger Rings.
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December 27, 2025
Parker Estate Mill Block Chardonnay 2025
A rich style of Chardonnay from Parker Estate that is not weighty or concentrated but ready to smash the roast chook test.
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December 26, 2025
First Ridge Fiano 2025
Super Fiano! What a beauty we have here from Mudgee producer First Ridge. Waltz into the room with this and you'll win a horde of frie...
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December 26, 2025
Heggies Estate Eden Valley Chardonnay 2024
An impressive Eden Valley Chardonnay with a cool tone and swagger, this Heggies Estate is the best release I have seen of this wine to dat...
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December 26, 2025
Chapel Hill Small Batch Vermentino 2025
The maritime climate of McLaren Vale has its fingerprints all over this Chapel Hill Small Batch Vermentino. Seafood and sunshining days wo...
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December 26, 2025
