Shob Brook Wines Mourvedre 2011
A few weeks ago I just had a hankering for Mourvedre. So off I went in search of something new. I took this off the shelf and was excited b...
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August 31, 2013
Drayton's Family Wines Semillon 2013
Another light and fresh type from Draytons. Honeydew melon and fresh cut herb aromas are the highlights but nothing to get too excited abo...
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August 31, 2013
Drayton's Family Wines Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2013
Made by new winemaker Edgar Vale, it's a blend of Hunter Valley Semillon (88%) and Orange Sauvignon Blanc (12%). The wine throws ...
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August 27, 2013
Meerea Park Terracotta Semillon 2005 & 2007
This was a great opportunity to put two different vintages alongside one another. And given the chance to do the same regardless of the w...
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August 25, 2013
Drayton's Family Wines Reserve Shiraz 2011
A Shiraz laced with pepper and spicey black fruits. My first whiff picked up a truckload of smoke, bacon and savoury dried herbs. After...
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August 23, 2013
Main & Cherry Shiraz 2011
I really enjoy the opportunity to have a look at wines which come from small operations. This sample arrived from Main & Cherry and I ...
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August 19, 2013
Montalto Merricks Block Pinot Noir 2012
This single vineyard Pinot comes from a vineyard 55 metres above sea level with grey loam over clay soil. Once again, different condition...
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August 19, 2013
Ballandean Estate Late Harvest Sylvaner 2012
Sylvaner is more common in Europe than in Australia. According to VinoDiversity there are only ten wineries in Australia using it. Bal...
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August 18, 2013
Drayton's Family Wines Verdelho 2012
Laced with tropical fruit this wine is ideal for a sunny spring or summer afternoon. A refreshing drop that can be easily enjoyed on its o...
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August 18, 2013
Meerea Park Alexander Munro Shiraz 2010
Still a young wine and well off its peak drinking but definitely a wine worth putting away. Single vineyard fruit with all the bells ...
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August 15, 2013
Montalto Pennon Hill Pinot Noir 2012
This is Montalto’s entry level Pinot. All the usual Pinot characters are present but the flavours are a little more concentrated. Strawb...
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August 15, 2013
Cooks Lot Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2013
I'm not sure what more winemaker Duncan Cook needs to do to get some more street cred. His wines are stunning value and this SSB is...
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August 12, 2013
Bimbadgen Hunter Valley Shiraz 2011
A good Shiraz which loves food to dance alongside. Roast beef, char, black fruit, and some pepper all throw themselves into the fray. Th...
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August 12, 2013
Meerea Park Terracotta Shiraz 2010
This Terracotta Shiraz is named after the red clay soils where the fruit for this single vineyard wine is grown. Co-fermented with a dollop...
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August 04, 2013
Running With Bulls Barossa Tempranillo 2012
A great example of a food friendly drop. I had this with Veal Saltimbocca, and with the tomato based sauce, this wine hit the spot. ...
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August 04, 2013
Bimbadgen Hunter Valley Chardonnay 2012
Bimbadgen produce many easy drinking wines, and here is another which delivers a few layers of flavour. A whiff of daisy flower, cann...
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August 04, 2013
Briar Ridge Signature Chardonnay 2010
Captivating aromas of stone fruit, spiced pear, vanilla slice and lemon pudding. Some slight palate warmth but the acid profile just doe...
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August 01, 2013
