De Bortoli Wizardry Grenache 2018
A new label from De Bortoli Wine and a very tidy Grenache for an easy slurp.
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July 31, 2020
De Bortoli Wizardry Grenache Blanc 2020
A new range of wines from De Bortoli showcasing the beauty of Grenache three ways - white, Rosé and red. This Grenache Blanc is a pleaser.
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July 31, 2020
Grandis Unearthed Pet Nat 2020
Shannon Burgess-Moore's side hustle is his Grandis Wines label. There are some clever wines in the range with this Pet Nat the latest ad...
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July 31, 2020
Yelland and Papps Second Take Shiraz 2019
A walk down the street of Texture Town. An orchestra of interest belts out a wonderful tune with tremendous synchronicity.
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July 29, 2020
Steels Gate Pinot Noir 2018
A great Pinot for those who like a bigger style. This Yarra Valley release reminds me a little of some Central Otago wines.
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July 29, 2020
Golden Grove Estate Brosé Rosé 2020
A rough house Granite Belt 2020 vintage has seen an adjustment to the previous couple of releases. Normally a Grenache based blend, this exc...
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July 28, 2020
Cirillo Estate The Vincent Grenache 2019
When you consider the quality on offer plus the age of the vines, this is quite a buy. Off vines planted in 1901 and 1906, this Grenache is ...
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July 28, 2020
Flametree Chardonnay 2019
A delicious Margaret River Chardonnay bringing the mouth to water. So good!
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July 28, 2020
Cirillo Estate Barossa Valley Malbec 2018
Marco Cirillo doesn't sell a lot of his Malbec, only because he loves it so much he drinks it all himself. He loves it! Off sandy soils,...
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July 26, 2020
Cirillo Estate 1850 Ancestor Vines Rosato 2019
I'm playing a bit of catch up here after dropping into the winery and hanging out with Marco back in March. Where did that time go? Ital...
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July 26, 2020
Yelland and Papps Devote Greenock Shiraz 2017
Another stunning Shiraz from Yelland & Papps. This is the disco ball spinning above the dance floor. Serious delish factor and then some...
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July 25, 2020
Oliver's Taranga Fiano 2020
The Fiano Queen delivers once again. A fabulous wine to get you dancing.
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July 25, 2020
Vino Intrepido Sting Like a Bee Fiano 2019
Golden rays of early morning sunrise in the glass, this Fiano comes from the Vaughan vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula. A great drink.
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July 25, 2020
Soul Growers Equilibrium GSM 2018
Restraint is futile. Even Houdini would break his shackles in seconds to dive into this delicious GSM blend. Go here.
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July 24, 2020
Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2019
A brilliant Chardonnay time and time again. I do get a bit excited when this Flametree SRS arrives at the door. Big love here.
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July 24, 2020
Berton Vineyard Limited Release Barossa Shiraz 2018
I am often asked to recommend quality wines which don't break the bank. The wines from Berton Vineyard are great bang for buck deals. He...
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July 23, 2020
Soumah Chardonnay d'Soumah 2019
If you are yet to introduce yourself to Soumah wines, this is a great place to start. A well made Chardonnay, this is blended from a range o...
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July 23, 2020
Chateau Yaldara Moscato NV
Words I never thought I'd say: Non Vintage Moscato. Here's a wine that's quite engaging - much to my surprise. The best Moscato ...
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July 23, 2020
Berton Vineyard The Black Shiraz 2019
A big wine that has a charming side that over-delivers on price.
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July 22, 2020
Zonzo Estate Shiraz 2017
A curious wine. Medium bodied Shiraz from the Yarra Valley.
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July 21, 2020
Yelland and Papps Second Take Grenache 2019
In the words of George Michael, " Hey, you're just too funky for me, I gotta get inside of you, And I'll show you heaven, if y...
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July 21, 2020
Maverick Ahrens' Creek Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
A palatial ride through Cabernet pleasure country in a place where Shiraz reigns supreme.
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July 20, 2020
Patrick Joanna Shiraz 2013
The best wine coming out of Wrattonbully? See for yourself.
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July 20, 2020
Thistledown Silken Beastie Shiraz 2018
Great depth and generosity are the hallmarks of this densely layered Barossa Shiraz.
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July 20, 2020
Soumah Upper Ngumby Chardonnay 2019
What a terrific exercise it is to look at the Soumah single vineyard Chardonnays side by side. Of the two which includes the Hexham 2019 , t...
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July 17, 2020
Yelland and Papps Vin de Soif 2017
For a three year old release, beguiling freshness brings some absolute smash factor with it. A super juicy and moreish blend.
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July 17, 2020
Thistledown The Cunning Plan Shiraz 2019
Medium to full-bodied, a bit of berry, a bit of barbecue and a lot of delish.
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July 17, 2020
Castle Rock Estate Pinot Noir 2018
A fabulous buy for the asking price. Pinot fans should break the land speed record to get to this.
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July 16, 2020
Maverick Trial Hill Eden Valley Shiraz 2018
Pull back the arrow, aim for the target, release the bow - bullseye! The precision of this Shiraz is superb.
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July 16, 2020
Soumah Hexham Chardonnay 2019
A Chardy for insightful conversations. I like how this Single Vineyard Hexham goes deep.
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July 16, 2020
Golden Grove Estate Vermentino 2020
The back label says to grab a dozen oysters, a deck chair and chill out for the afternoon. Yeah, do that. A super refreshing Vermentino awai...
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July 16, 2020
Patrick Coonwarra Home Block Cabernet 2014
Absolute class. A fabulous Cabernet. Six years young, $45 for this quality is madness.
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July 15, 2020
Witches Falls Wild Ferment Chardonnay 2018
A lovely Chardonnay with some richness from barrel fermentation.
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July 15, 2020
Balgownie Estate Merlot Cabernet Franc 2018
Low cropping levels enabled the Merlot and Cabernet Franc to be co-fermented. I'm reliably informed by winemaker Tony Winspear that the ...
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July 14, 2020
Maverick Barossa Ridge Shiraz 2018
Quite a young wine and no where near its best. You get a sense of precision about the way it struts, but for now, its suit looks tight fitti...
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July 14, 2020
Dirt Candy The Outsider Fiano 2020
A straight laced Fiano from the Riverland, I like its humility without the fanfare.
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July 13, 2020
Berton Vineyard Winemaker's Reserve Fiano 2020
Super buying for 15 bucks. Such a delicious and refreshing wine for the money.
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July 13, 2020
Vino Intrepido The Sharpest Thorn Sangiovese Rosé 2019
Lovers of savoury driven Rosés ought to make a bee line to this - what a treasure!
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July 11, 2020
Dirt Candy The Prodigy Semillon 2020
One of the first batch of Hunter Valley 2020 Semillons to come across the tasting bench.
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July 11, 2020
Oliver's Taranga Chica Mencia Rosé 2020
Such a visually appealing wine in the glass. A glistening rose gold and pale salmon greets the eye.
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July 11, 2020
Pyramids Road Petit Verdot 2019
Winemaker Warren Smith loves Petit Verdot. He's always pretty chuffed with the fruit he is able to source from his grower to the north-w...
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July 10, 2020
Brand and Sons Glenroy Shiraz 2016
A tense and hard nosed wine on opening, it needed time to relax. It was completely different on day three of tasting - the beauty of looking...
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July 09, 2020
Zema Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Ribbons of mint flourish through this Coonawarra Cabernet.
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July 09, 2020
Singlefile The Vivienne Chardonnay 2017
An outstanding Chardonnay. Named after co-founder Vivienne Snowden, this is a Chablis style that oozes class. Just brilliant.
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July 09, 2020
Golden Grove Estate Nero d'Avola 2019
So juicy. So supple. So delicious. The best Golden Grove Estate Nero d'Avola release for a few years, a sip turned into a glass which tu...
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July 07, 2020
Dirt Candy The White Knight Pet Nat 2020
Pet Nat is the cool play thing at present. Check this 100% Chardonnay effort from Dirt Candy. It's super refreshing.
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July 07, 2020
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