Oliver's Taranga Vermentino 2020
Dangerously refreshing, arm yourself with this when things warm up as spring and summer come at you.
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5 years ago
Geddes Cellar Release Petit Verdot Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Rugby's version of a rolling maul in a glass. A couple of big lads combining and causing all sorts of demolition and pleasure at once. L...
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5 years ago
Thistledown Thorny Devil Grenache 2019
A well made Grenache. I thoroughly enjoyed this wine from Thistledown.
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5 years ago
Thistledown Gorgeous Grenache 2019
A juicy, red fruited Grenache that is easy to embrace.
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5 years ago
Thistledown Great Escape Chardonnay 2018
A Chardonnay with some weight in the trunk.
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5 years ago
Balgownie Estate Viognier 2019
I was saddened to hear that fire ripped through the kitchen at Balgownie's Yarra Valley Estate a few days ago. Thankfully no one was inj...
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5 years ago
Vino Intrepido Straight Jakot Friulano 2019
There's not a lot of Friulano in Australia but there are now two sites I'm aware of in the Mornington Peninsula region. This is one ...
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5 years ago
Cloud Cuckoo Land Fiano Greco Zibibbo 2019
Quite an eclectic blend of three varieties all sourced from South Australia's Riverland.
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5 years ago
Wild Game The Countess Sparkling Pinot Gris 2019
Sparkling Pinot Gris - I can't say I've had one before. Blush in appearance, the fruit is sourced from Mt Gambier, south of Wild Gam...
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5 years ago
Vino Intrepido Blood of My Blood Sangiovese 2019
If you enjoy Sangiovese you'll be sure to thoroughly enjoy this release made from Heathcote fruit.
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5 years ago
Vino Intrepido Spanner in the Works Nebbiolo 2019
James Scarcebrook is The Intrepid Wino . His passion is contagious and you can find him discussing all things wine on his podcast named The ...
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5 years ago
Wild Game The Duchess Riesling 2019
A very approachable wine that offers good refreshment without a great deal of complexity.
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5 years ago
Wild and Wilder The Courtesan Riesling 2019
Clare Valley Riesling rarely misses the mark.
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5 years ago
Garbin Estate Sangiovese Rosé 2020
Bright and inviting in the glass, this Sangiovese Rosé looks like watermelon juice.
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5 years ago
Garbin Estate Chenin Blanc 2020
Chenin Blanc is a variety that doesn't come across this tasting bench all that much. Western Australia is where it has found a happy hom...
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5 years ago
Garbin Estate Verdelho 2020
My first review from the 2020 vintage. This Verdelho comes all the way from Western Australia's Swan Valley.
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5 years ago
Wild Game The Duke Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Quality + bottle age... Is this the bargain bottle of the year?
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5 years ago
Balgownie Estate Bendigo Shiraz 2017
Gee I enjoyed this. Perhaps too much? A wonderful Shiraz from Balgownie Estate's Bendigo vineyards.
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5 years ago
Brand and Sons CBD Shiraz 2014
The one that got away... This review has been sitting around patiently awaiting release. The CBD label was one of a few new releases to come...
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5 years ago
Wild and Wilder Opportunist Shiraz 2019
I've sampled a few Langhorne Creek wines in recent weeks. Generosity is a hallmark of the district and this release from Wild and Wilder...
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5 years ago
Wild and Wilder The Exhibitionist Merlot 2019
A easy drinking Merlot to cure your mid-week blues.
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5 years ago
Wild and Wilder Sophisticat Sauvignon Blanc 2019
A fresh, crisp and playful Sauvignon Blanc from the Adelaide Hills.
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5 years ago
Zema Estate Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
The best fruit finds its way into this Cabernet - Zema's flagship label. A savoury driven wine, I love the cut herbs and dried thyme tha...
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5 years ago
Zonzo Estate Pinot Noir 2019
A very tidy Pinot that doesn't blow a hole in your back pocket. The slurp factor is high here too.
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5 years ago
Bird on a Wire Chardonnay 2017
Immaculate. This would be served as the arrival drink at the gates of Chardonnay heaven to get you in the mood. Sublime!
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5 years ago
Zema Estate Cluny 2016
One of those wines that oozes reliability year after year. A fabulous drink for the money.
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5 years ago
Howard Park Grand Jeté 2015
Jeté is a ballet movement - something I never knew. The way this sparkling glides through the mouth I'm not surprised it's a dancer....
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5 years ago
Wild Game The Dame Shiraz 2013
A quality savoury driven Shiraz at an incredibly low price given it already has seven years under its belt.
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5 years ago
Lévrier Peritas Zinfandel 2014
A brilliant Zinfandel! Lévrier means "greyhound" in French. Jo Irvine has a deep love for the breed and has been surrounded by th...
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5 years ago
Mr Riggs Outpost Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Escaping to the pub in these Covid times is all a bit exciting. Wine lists aren't what they used to be, for now at least. Mind you, the ...
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5 years ago
Zema Estate Sparkling Merlot 2018
What a wonderfully balanced sparkling red. Hello to the first release of Zema Estate's Sparkling Merlot.
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5 years ago
Angove Family Crest Shiraz 2018
Quite an earthy Shiraz. Not the clean cut, buttoned up suit kinda character you may be seeking.
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
A very tidy Cabernet. Blue Pyrenees wine club members pay only $16.50 which is a ripping deal.
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5 years ago
Langmeil Massimo Montepulciano Primitivo 2019
A big, sturdy blend coming at you from the Barossa's Langmeil Estate. Two varieties I've never seen together, but it works.
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5 years ago
Berton Vineyard Reserve Botrytis Semillon 2018
From a not so well known Riverina producer comes this wonderful sticky to enjoy with either a citrus tart or some cheese. Delicious!
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Richardson Shiraz 2018
A beautiful wine. Pretty scents of dried red flowers and rosella get the juices flowing.
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5 years ago
Angove Family Crest GSM 2018
A terrific blend for those that love a good GSM. Count me in that crowd. This is a beauty for the money - there wasn't drop left.
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Estate Bone Dry Rosé 2019
This is Blue Pyrenees' most popular selling wine and it is easy to see why. One glass just isn't enough.
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Shiraz 2017
There's a ribbon of blue fruit which cruises through the core of this wine - delish! A great little Shiraz from Blue Pyrenees.
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5 years ago
Heartland Shiraz 2018
This is one of those wines you do a double take for when you seen the price. A fab Shiraz for the money.
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5 years ago
Angove Family Crest Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
A powerful McLaren Vale Cabernet representing very handy value.
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5 years ago
Heartland Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Langhorne Creek Cabernet is big, hearty stuff - make no mistake about it. Snuggle up to this on a chilly night or sip by the camp fire. Tast...
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5 years ago
Chablisienne 1er Lechet 2017
It's a long story but I went to the bottle shop to get a bottle of sparkling red and I came back with this Chablis among other things. S...
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Richardson Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
The flagship of the Blue Pyrenees range, this Cabernet is certainly youthful.
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5 years ago
Blue Pyrenees Merlot 2017
An easy drinking Merlot from Victoria's Pyrenees region.
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5 years ago
Zonzo Estate Rosé 2019
The last time I was at Zonzo Estate it was known as Train Trak Wines. New life has been breathed into the old cow milking shed with re-brand...
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5 years ago
Angove Family Crest Chardonnay 2019
Sourced from the Adelaide Hills, this Chardonnay comes from two vineyards.
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5 years ago
Brand and Sons Icon Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Five years young, you get the sense it's still busting a move more than Young MC. Time in the glass takes then hold, and oh gee, this is...
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5 years ago
Jim Brand Silent Partner Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
A wonderful Cabernet that gives the sense it's keeping something in the bag for later.
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5 years ago
