Ridgemill Estate Hungry Horse Tempranillo Grenache 2014
An interesting blend of some Spanish friends which seems to work.
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December 31, 2017
La La Land Malbec 2016
Not a bad starting point for those looking to give Malbec a crack. An easy drinking type best suited for mopping up anything from burgers ...
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December 31, 2017
Giant Steps Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2017
"One of the best vintages I've seen." The words from Steve Flamsteed when we exchanged a few messages a couple of months a...
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December 30, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 3 Handpicked Chardonnay 2015
I reckon Duncan Cook could jam the price up another 5-10 dollars and still sell the lot without trouble. Quality reigns once more from his...
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December 30, 2017
De Bortoli Yarra Valley Villages Chardonnay 2016
A blend of three vineyards, this is a quality everyday Chardonnay which can often be found under $20 in retail land.
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December 30, 2017
De Bortoli Prosecco NV
Prosecco - very much a buzz word at the moment for those playing a fizz game. From the King Valley, here's another example of simple ...
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December 29, 2017
Valentine Grenache 2016
Heathcote Grenache from the 25 year old Shelmerdine vineyard. A good slurp and a different take on the variety offset from McLaren Vale an...
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December 28, 2017
Even Keel Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2017
Easy drinking Chardy without the bells and whistles. A pleaser rather than a stunner but enjoyable all the same.
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December 28, 2017
3 Tales Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc 2016
Bursting with tropical fruit, aromas spill from the glass en masse.
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December 28, 2017
Ridgemill Estate Cabernet Malbec 2014
Beautifully perfumed with the welcome mat rolled out via delicate mint, cassis and blackcurrant. Scrounge around a bit more for dark berry...
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December 27, 2017
d'Arenberg The Anthropocene Epoch Mencia 2017
Another intriguing name from the creative juices of Chester Osborne. The Anthropocene Epoch is all about humanity's impact on the pla...
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December 27, 2017
Even Keel Pinot Gris 2017
This is room service wine - it delivers all day...
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December 27, 2017
Ridgemill Estate Chardonnay 2016
Chardonnay is winemaker Peter McGlashan's thing. Here's another beauty from his ever consistent production line of Chardy qualit...
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December 26, 2017
Valentine Riesling 2016
A glass of this and sand crab lasagna and life is good. Riesling to sink your teeth into.
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December 26, 2017
AIX Rosé 2016
The French know how to summer in Australia. A perfect partner for a warm day, this Rosé is even better suited to backyard cricket. A crac...
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December 26, 2017
Bailey Wine Co Bryksy Vineyard Riesling 2017
The second edition of the Bailey Wine Co Riesling and this is an absolute beauty! My last taste (drink) of this (2016 vintage) was sitting...
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December 24, 2017
Angove Alternatus Grenache 2016
Rubbing my hands together with glee... Lip smacking Grenache right here folks!
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December 24, 2017
Robert Stein Aged Release Semillon 2017
Pure Semillon! Although labelled as an Aged Release, this won't be hitting the shelves until early 2019.
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December 24, 2017
Ridgemill Estate Snigley's Rosé 2017
It seems the approach to Rosé at Ridgemill Estate has been shaken up a little - for the better too I must say. This is dotting the i'...
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December 24, 2017
Eldridge Estate Pinot Noir 2015
Delicate and pure. Welcome to Pinot Noir pleasure country.
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December 22, 2017
Gundog Estate Single Vineyard Old Road Shiraz 2014
I tasted the three Gundog Estate Single Vineyard wines blind and this is the wine that I kept coming back to. Incredibly captivating, thi...
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December 21, 2017
Gundog Estate Single Vineyard The 48 Block Shiraz 2014
The 48 Block is owned by the Tinkler family and is part of the Lindemans Ben Ean plantings - tiny berries and loose bunches are produced...
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December 21, 2017
Pig in the House Chardonnay 2017
Organic and biodynamic Chardonnay from Cowra in New South Wales.
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December 21, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 333 Riesling 2017
Killer Riesling! I could dive into this with pike.
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December 20, 2017
First Drop Wines Vivo Arneis 2016
This has me thinking of tempura prawns for whatever reason. Good drinking Arneis from the Adelaide Hills.
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December 20, 2017
Witches Falls Sauvignon Blanc 2017
A simple Sauvignon Blanc drink sure to please those seeking chilled refreshment.
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December 20, 2017
Pig in the House Organic Rosé 2017
The Australian Organic Market Report (2017) states that organic wine consumption has increased steadily over the past five years with the...
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December 19, 2017
Gundog Estate Single Vineyard Somerset Shiraz 2014
A charm from the well documented incredible Hunter Valley 2014 vintage.
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December 19, 2017
Westcourt Riesling 2016
Here's a beauty from a place you'd least expect. I received this Riesling as part of a mail out representing the trophy winning wi...
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December 19, 2017
Lazy Oak Vineyard Rosé 2017
I was sent a pack containing the trophy winners from the Mudgee Show. This took out the gong for best Rosé. A great drink.
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December 18, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 8 Handpicked Shiraz 2015
A clever wine that continued to nestle into a neat groove over a couple of days. A big tick handed out with big pours the order of the da...
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December 18, 2017
Yelland & Papps Pinot Blanc 2017
Sun's out, Pinot Blanc out! Refreshing drinking for your summer pleasure. Chill hard and drop in a straw.
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December 18, 2017
Witches Falls Verdelho 2017
Michael McAteer, the Witches Falls sales gun, personally dropped a number of samples around recently. He's running all over the place...
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December 16, 2017
First Drop Wines The Matador Garnacha 2016
The label says 'Grab it by the horns'. I'll second that. An easy go to - a sessional red if you will. A whole lot of fun with ...
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December 16, 2017
Even Keel Canberra District Syrah 2016
A really enjoyable wine to kick back with. No bells and whistles here - just cool climate charm sure to please.
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December 16, 2017
Airlie Bank Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Barrel fermented Sauv Blanc. An exciting release injected with pleasure. As per the back label, "Thank you for your time and indulge...
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December 16, 2017
Meerea Park Terracotta Syrah 2016
No Terracotta Syrah was produced in 2015 due to vintage conditions. Things returned to the norm in 2016 and it was considered to be a ...
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December 16, 2017
Irrewarra Pinot Noir 2015
Irrewarra is an Aboriginal word meaning 'long spear throw'. This label comes from the hands of Nick Farr and I was thrilled when...
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December 15, 2017
Singlefile Wines Single Vineyard Fumé Blanc 2016
This release doesn't have the get up and go which I had hoped for. The 2015 was an energetic type - perhaps a dose of Ritalin would ha...
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December 15, 2017
Shottesbrooke Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc 2017
A grassy type of Savvy if that's your thing. Lots of aromas of green things floating around here.
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December 15, 2017
Redman Wines Cabernet Merlot 2014
Always a top performer and great value again. The fruit comes from the family's 40 year old vines and spent 18 months in French oak be...
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December 15, 2017
Yarra Yering Pinot Noir 2015
"Treasure, that is what you are..." The opening line from Bruno Mars' song Treasure is more than appropriate here. Coming fr...
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December 15, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 168 Chardonnay 2016
A Chardonnay that doesn't skimp on depth nor pleasure. Happiness to you via NSW's Orange wine region.
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December 15, 2017
Even Keel Rosé 2017
A friend for your antipasti you'd happily have at your table. A blend of Pinot Noir and Sangiovese from Canberra and Heathcote vineya...
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December 15, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 666 Pinot Gris 2017
Such a delicious drink. There's plenty on offer here with the pleasure factor cranked high. Awarded the Trophy for Best Pinot Gris at ...
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December 14, 2017
d'Arenberg The Money Spider Roussanne 2017
Try something a little different with your lazy holiday lunches. A variety not often seen standing on its own in Australia, this is a deli...
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December 14, 2017
Dal Zotto Rosato 2017
I bought a glass of this off the list at a bar as we watched the sunset over the Noosa River. Bless.
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December 14, 2017
Azahara Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir NV
Not a bad little package for those seeking a cheap fizz for under $15.
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December 14, 2017
Goodman Wines Pinot Noir 2015
I've been privileged to have a look at a number of wines by Kate Goodman of late - both her own label and her deeds for others. This...
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December 13, 2017
Riposte The Scimitar Riesling 2017
Chilling at the surf club with a glass of this in hand and it's doing the job just fine.
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December 13, 2017
