Pikes The Merle Riesling 2024
I'd be happy to lie on my back and have someone drip feed this Pikes The Merle Riesling into my mouth for the rest of my days. What an...
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November 30, 2024
Larnook Grenache 2023
Like a silk sheet of sheer beauty, this Larnook Grenache is brilliant.
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Brioni's Blend 2024
What a juicy and gorgeously perfumed little blend this Brioni's Blend is. Perhaps in a world first (there is nothing like building the...
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Anfore Fiano 2023
Well helloooo to the first release of this Anfore Fiano from Oliver's Taranga, and as the back label says, "Inspired by Italy. Cr...
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November 30, 2024
Larnook Grenache Shiraz 2023
Like a Neenish tart, there is a distinct line down the middle of this Larnook Grenache Shiraz. Perhaps some more time will help the two si...
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November 30, 2024
Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Shiraz 2021
This is Kilikanoon's entry-level Shiraz and for your money you get a very well-made wine with three years already under its belt. Barg...
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Fiano 2024
Back to back brilliance for the Queen of Fiano, Corrina Wright is dancing on the balls of her feet with this variety. And if you know Corr...
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November 30, 2024
Arila Gardens Moppa Nero d'Avola 2023
From the Barossa's latest picking vintage this millennia, this Arila Gardens Moppa Nero d'Avola 2023 doesn't reach the lofty h...
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November 30, 2024
Ivyburn First Minister Shiraz 2022
A big cuddle for the insides, this First Minister McLaren Vale Shiraz from Ivyburn is ripe and rich. For those who enjoy plentiful reds, t...
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November 30, 2024
Ivyburn Regional Series Shiraz 2021
Much like its First Minister sibling, this Ivyburn Regional Series Shiraz from the Barossa comes across a little bitsy and needs some tim...
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November 30, 2024
Flametree Karridale SRS Sauvignon Blanc 2024
A Sauv Blanc with texture and interest - that sums up this Flametree Karridale SRS the best.
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November 29, 2024
Larnook Picpoul 2024
Putting this Larnook Picpoul in a Riesling bottle was a very good decision because it comes across like one.
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November 29, 2024
Pikes Luccio Sangiovese 2023
Bright, expressive and delicious, this Pikes Luccio Sangiovese is a very tidy drink.
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November 29, 2024
Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2023
A wine that continues to perform at a supreme level, the Flametree SRS deserves to be held in the upper echelon of Margaret River Chardonn...
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November 27, 2024
Vinya Vella Old Bush Vine Grenache 2023
He's nailed it again. This is a delicate and expressive Grenache from Dylan Griggs's humble Vinya Vella label.
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November 27, 2024
ND Wines Tempranillo Albarino Rosé 2024
Negroni like in appearance, this ND Wines Tempranillo/Albarino Rosé also resembles a reddish smokey sunset.
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November 26, 2024
ND Wines Albarino 2024
Welcome to funky town. A skinsy Albarino courtesy of McLaren Vale's ND wines. Its appearance speaks of summertime just as the sunlight...
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November 26, 2024
Arila Gardens Single Vineyard Grenache 2023
Formerly known as the Sand Garden Grenache, a slight tweak to Single Vineyard has been made to better reflect the three tiers produced by ...
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November 24, 2024
Ivyburn The Pioneer Shiraz 2021
The lack of detail for this RRP $330 wine is breathtaking. One would safely assume that such a premium wine would be dripping in information...
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November 24, 2024
Ivyburn Aldersey Shiraz 2021
Give this Aldersey Shiraz from Ivyburn a sleep. That lie down will do it the world of good. A generous wine with lots of chew, the acid wa...
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November 24, 2024
Larnook Grenache Gris 2024
Woah! This is something a bit special! One out of the box, this Grenache Gris is well worth putting on your radar.
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November 23, 2024
Tempus Two Copper Series Ansonica 2024
Vibrant, vivacious and engaging - just like its maker Brooke Edson, this Tempus Two Ansonica is an excellent wine to embrace on warm days....
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November 23, 2024
Ivyburn First Minister Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
This is my first look at these Ivyburn wines. The website is skinny on detail, particularly with a lack of contact info and no social medi...
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November 23, 2024
Kilikanoon Small Batch Cabernet Franc 2023
A tidy Cabernet Franc from Kilikanoon, this is a wine that is drinking well now but it will evolve further with ageing over the medium ter...
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November 23, 2024
Pikes Traditionale Riesling 2024
A bit like Rexona, this Pikes Traditionale Riesling will never let you down. Such a reliable go-to, if you see this on the shelf, don'...
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November 23, 2024
Arila Gardens Moppa Grenache 2023
I really enjoyed this Moppa Grenache from Arila Gardens. The longer it was open, the more it settled into a neat groove and revealed its p...
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November 23, 2024
Tamburlaine Organic Wines Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A curious Cabernet, it's a bit like an empty warehouse - business in the front and empty in the back.
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November 23, 2024
Castle Rock Estate A and W Riesling 2024
I love this. Fabulously positioned, it's silky and refined. The best in the range, this A&W Riesling is brilliant stuff from Castl...
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November 21, 2024
Vinya Vella Grenache Rosé 2024
Dylan Grigg is a viticulturalist working in some of the best Barossa vineyards and beyond, but he has his own patch of dirt producing two ...
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November 21, 2024
Nepenthe Apex Chardonnay 2022
This set of Nepenthe wines that I've worked through has been quite consistent - well played by the winemaking team. This Apex Chardonn...
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November 21, 2024
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