Ox Hardy Fiano 2025
A burst of energy makes a statement on opening. It's a wine that presents a charming case both in the glass and on the label - I do lo...
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April 22, 2026
Ridgemill Estate Snigleys Rosé 2025
Sunday session Rosé. Aim this at a meatboard or woodfired pizza and happiness will come your way.
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April 22, 2026
Yelland & Papps Vin de Soif Blanc 2025
A clever little blend of Roussanne, Grenache Blanc and Grenache Gris with a delightful crispness that has me leaning in a little closer.
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April 15, 2026
Paulmara Estate MARAnanga Shiraz 2023
If you can have muscle cars, you can also have muscle Shiraz - well, I think so anyway. This is a big, bold, old school Barossa Shiraz rol...
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April 15, 2026
Patrick of Coonawarra Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Pour this Single Vineyard Cabernet in your glass, recline and embrace the glory of what Coonawarra does best.
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April 15, 2026
Yelland & Papps Vin de Soif Shiraz 2025
A most approachable and smashable Shiraz made for immediate drinking.
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April 15, 2026
Y Series Riesling 2025
The Y Series overdelivers with this cracking Riesling. Often a top performer in the range, this 2025 release is ace.
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April 14, 2026
Cook's Lot Allotment 8888 Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
With five years already under its belt, this is a well-priced Cabernet from Orange producer Cook's Lot.
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April 14, 2026
Juxtaposed Mataro Rosé 2025
Succumbing to pressure from his partner, winemaker Wes Pearson made a Rosé for her summer drinking. True love.
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April 14, 2026
Smith & Hooper Cabernet Merlot 2023
A better wine than its Merlot sibling, but it's worth noting that expectations begin from a fairly modest base.
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April 07, 2026
Smith & Hooper Merlot 2023
Leafy with a furrowed brow, this is a Limestone Coast Merlot still finding its feet rather than being ready to dazzle.
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April 07, 2026
Yelland & Papps Vin de Soif Rouge 2025
The wine show system needs a category named "Smashable". Juicy, silky and slinky wines such as this Yelland & Papps Vin de S...
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April 05, 2026
Tapanappa Tiers 1.5m Chardonnay 2025
I do have a soft spot for this Chardonnay. It's not in the same league as the Tiers 1.5m 2024 , but it's a very good one, no less.
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April 05, 2026
Y Series Chardonnay 2025
The consistency of these Y Series really is something to admire. This time, it's the Riverland Chardonnay in the spotlight, and once a...
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April 05, 2026
Y Series Pinot Grigio 2025
Swirl the glass and take a sip and you'll find this Y Series Pinot Grigio shows more of a serious side compared to the Lighter Pinot G...
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April 05, 2026
Y Series Lighter Pinot Grigio 7% 2025
With only 44 calories per 100mL, this Y Series Lighter Pinot Grigio is marketed to those who are monitoring their alcohol intake. Tasted a...
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April 05, 2026
Y Series Lighter Cuvée 7% NV
With only 50 calories per 100mL, this Y Series Lighter Cuvée is marketed to those who are monitoring their alcohol intake, and if you are,...
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April 05, 2026
Tapanappa Tiers Chardonnay 2025
I love the notes Brian Croser shares about each vintage. He introduces 2025, "as a weak, wobbly Antarctic vortex allowed a pressure s...
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April 03, 2026
Oakridge Vineyard Series Henk Chardonnay 2024
Sheer joy and pleasure unfurl in equal doses. If your ceiling for a bottle of wine is $50, you won't find much better than this Oakrid...
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April 03, 2026
Oakridge Vineyard Series Willowlake Chardonnay 2024
If I were to be stranded with nothing else to drink but Chardonnay (first world problems, I know), I'd be sure to have an endless supp...
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April 03, 2026
Oakridge Vineyard Series Hazeldene Chardonnay 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed this Hazeldene release, but I felt it was nudged out slightly by its Henk sibling. Oh to be choosy... Get this in you...
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April 03, 2026
Juxtaposed Smart Vineyard Grenache 2024
Potentially one of the best wines I've tasted from Juxtaposed, this Smart Vineyard Grenache clearly stakes its claim when sitting alon...
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March 31, 2026
Juxtaposed Old Vine Shiraz 2023
The detail on these Juxtaposed labels are wine nerd heaven. From an unirrigated site, this Old Vine Shiraz blew my mind as it continued to...
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March 31, 2026
Juxtaposed Old Vine Grenache 2023
Beautiful drinking, the longer I peruse, the more I adore. For $33, this is terrific Grenache from McLaren Vale's Juxtaposed.
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March 31, 2026
Mount Majura Ansonica 2025
Bright and fresh with a crunchy acidity, this debut release of the Mount Majura Ansonica makes all the right moves.
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March 31, 2026
Ilios Xynisteri 2025
I'm happy to admit that my knowledge of Greek wine varieties is limited, but it's great to see climate appropriate vines like thes...
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March 31, 2026
Patrick of Coonawarra Single Site Joanna Shiraz 2020
A generous and indulgent Shiraz from the Wrattonbully region that will be in peak form with the winter months approaching.
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March 30, 2026
Juxtaposed Wait Vineyard Grenache 2024
From one of the highest points in Blewitt Springs, the Wait Vineyard sits at 210 metres above. This Grenache is the perfect souvla wine. J...
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March 30, 2026
Yalumba Sanctum Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
You could call this a baby Menzies, considering the fruit comes off the same vineyard.
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March 30, 2026
