2019 Over and Out!
Thank you very much 2019! This site would not be a success if it wasn't for the support of the winemakers, wineries and marketing g...
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December 30, 2019
Gundog Estate Indomitus Rutilus 2018
Winemaker Matt Burton says emphatically that this is the best wine he has ever made. You can feel his excitement in this Canberra Shiraz ...
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December 30, 2019
Auld Family Wines William Patrick Shiraz 2016
The Auld Family Wines flagship that shines bright in the night's sky. An excellent Barossa Shiraz.
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December 30, 2019
Meerea Park Terracotta Semillon 2015
Picked, fermented and bottled all by July 2015, this Semillon has been deliberately held back five years before release. Those who enjoy t...
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December 30, 2019
Pewsey Vale Prima Riesling 2019
Such a refreshing drink. Carrying 23 grams of residual sugar, hot days and spicy foods and even dumplings are all the rage with this.
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December 30, 2019
Soumah Rosso d'Soumah 2018
Bringing the Italians together with this Nebbiolo and Barbera blend. A wonderfully approachable wine.
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December 30, 2019
Boydell's Reserve Shiraz Pinot Noir 2018
I spied this on the shelf at a Newcastle independent retailer and curiosity got the better of me. And I'm pleased it did - a superb Sh...
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December 29, 2019
Hart & Hunter Hunter River Riesling 2019
We were heading out for Thai so I grabbed this off the shelf at a local independent retailer in Newcastle. There are only a handful of Ri...
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December 29, 2019
Juniper Estate Small Batch Tempranillo 2018
A drying and sapping Tempranillo from Margaret River.
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December 29, 2019
Tinklers Wines Hill Block Chardonnay 2018
Chardonnay fans ought to whack this on their bargain list. What a beauty!
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December 27, 2019
Mitchell Wines Watervale Riesling 2019
A super refreshing Riesling for your drinking pleasure.
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December 27, 2019
Lightening Tree Viognier Verdelho 2019
From an emerging label, vigneron Peter Stewart is confident this blend is the only one of its type in Australia.
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December 27, 2019
Geddes Seldom Inn Grenache 2018
Killer Grenache! What a delicate and seductive beauty we have here. Supreme drinking for $25 - charge at this.
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December 23, 2019
Mitchell Wines Kinsfolk Shiraz 2015
It'd be hard to knock this back when offered. A wonderful Clare Valley Shiraz.
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December 23, 2019
Gundog Estate Hilltops No. 1 2018
It's always great to see this Hilltops No.1 sit alongside its No. 2 sibling.
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December 23, 2019
Calabria Family Wines Private Bin Nero d'Avola 2018
This Calabria Private Bin range delivers some magnificent wines for the price point. The Montepulciano is a wonderful release but this Ne...
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December 20, 2019
Calabria Family Wines Private Bin Montepulciano 2018
There's a delightful vibrancy to this spicy Montepulciano as its perfume spills from the glass.
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December 20, 2019
Calabria Family Wines Private Bin Pinot Bianco 2017
A textural white that needs some food beside it.
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December 20, 2019
Calabria Family Wines Private Bin Vermentino 2017
A fair drink for not a lot although a couple of years has already changed its shape.
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December 20, 2019
De Bortoli Noble One 2016
In the words of third generation family member Leanne De Bortoli, “It’s like a sprinkling of gold confetti to make any occasion extra spec...
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December 20, 2019
Auld Family Wines Strawbridge Shiraz 2017
A big and generous Barossa Shiraz ready to give the insides a cuddle on those cold winter nights - we may need to wait a while for those ...
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December 20, 2019
Soumah Brachetto d'Soumah Frizzante 2019
One for yo' nanna that likes 'em sweet. Or you can just have it as a cleansing aperitif or even a match with dessert for something...
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December 20, 2019
Mitchell Wines Kinsfolk Grenache 2017
A bit of Barry White factor here. You know, I can't get enough. That.
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December 19, 2019
Berini Wines Hoochie Bubba Rosé 2019
From a self-confessed winemaking nomad, this Rosé from the South Burnett is made Ashley Berini. It's the kind of wine you want in you...
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December 19, 2019
Soumah Tutto Bianco d'Soumah 2019
A fresh and crisp crowd pleasing blend from the Yarra Valley.
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December 19, 2019
Gundog Estate Marksman's Shiraz 2018
Sip slow as you float on a blissful cloud of Shiraz goodness from the Canberra district.
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December 18, 2019
Gundog Estate Rare Game Shiraz 2018
Give this a little air and patience and the reward will be yours. A beautiful Shiraz.
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December 18, 2019
Curly Flat White Pinot 2019
'Give me more' is the mood pulsating through this wine's veins. Delish!
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December 18, 2019
Nomads Garden Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Such an interesting Sauvignon Blanc. One for the thinkers not the slingers.
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December 18, 2019
Auld Family Wines Wilberforce Eden Valley Riesling 2019
My first look at Auld Family Wines. A minerally drive the backbone to this Riesling release. Tempura prawns are firmly on the radar.
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December 18, 2019
O'Leary Walker Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2018
There's a graceful swagger about the way this Adelaide Hills Chardonnay carries itself. Roast pork is screaming for it.
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December 17, 2019
Hill Smith Estate Eden Valley Chardonnay 2018
It's cricket season and bowlers crave a consistent line and length. This Chardonnay delivers on that.
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December 17, 2019
Gundog Estate Hilltops Shiraz No. 2 2018
Shiraz sourced from the Moppity Vineyard in the Hilltops region of New South Wales.
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December 17, 2019
Robert Stein Half Dry Riesling 2019
Each time I look at this Half Dry Riesling I can't help but think of partnering it with plates of Thai or Malaysian food. A fab drink to...
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December 16, 2019
Hill-Smith Estate Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2018
From the first whiff the class steps forward.
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December 16, 2019
Wolf Blass Makers Project Pinot Noir 2018
Pinot Noir that comes across more as a light bodied Shiraz.
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December 16, 2019
Usher Tinkler Death by Semillon 2019
More funk than Funky Cold Medina. Stretch your curiosity a little more and get onto this - super delish skin contact Semillon.
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December 15, 2019
Penley Estate Francis Cabernet Franc 2019
Cab Franc straight up. Super fresh less the oak.
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December 15, 2019
Shaw Vineyards Reserve Semillon 2019
As Bruce McAvaney would say, this is special.
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December 14, 2019
O'Leary Walker Adelaide Hills Pinot Noir 2019
Tidy Pinot Noir from the Adelaide Hills.
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December 13, 2019
Juniper Estate Crossing Chardonnay 2018
Solid Margaret River Chardonnay at a respectable price. Rock solid.
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December 13, 2019
Mesh Classic Release Riesling 2014
Aged release Riesling. If you've discovered how glorious it can be, consider adding this to your list.
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December 12, 2019
Eldridge Estate PTG 2019
There wasn't a drop left. Sling some in your glass and you'll see why. A Pinot Noir and Gamay blend - super juicy and delicious d...
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December 12, 2019
Oliver's Taranga Fiano 2019
A Fiano which looked better on day two and three of tasting.
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December 12, 2019
Colab and Bloom Grenache 2018
Greek night was a comin' and I needed some Grenache. This was scooped up from the bottle shop shelf - a great pick up! A brilliant wi...
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December 08, 2019
Wicks Estate Pinot Rosé 2019
Bone dry, it's pale salmon appearance is what will attract many folk.
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December 08, 2019
Gundog Estate Squire's Shiraz 2018
A fab blend of Hilltop and Canberra fruit. It seems Matt Burton has magic hands when it comes to blending these regions.
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December 07, 2019
Start a Conversation The Common Wine Co. NU Rosé 2019
Here's a great excuse to Start a Conversation. Charismatic, charming - all the qualities needed to get the chat flowing freely. A gre...
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December 05, 2019
