Santolin Cosa Nostra Vermentino 2019
A fuller style Vermentino with a rounded persona. It's hard not to be seduced by its tropical feels and energetic citrus zest.
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August 31, 2020
by Merrill Charley Rose Dry Rosé 2020
Dry by name and bone dry by nature. An easy barbecue slurp.
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August 31, 2020
by Merrill Dancing Queen Riesling 2020
An easy drinking Riesling from this new range of wines released from Geoff Merrill.
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August 31, 2020
O'Leary Walker Seasonal Release Pinotage 2019
There are only a couple of Pinotage wines produced in Australia. This new release from O'Leary Walker is a welcome addition. Quite a d...
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August 30, 2020
Nikkal Rosé 2020
This Nikkal Rosé is a story of triumph and selflessness. Winemaker Kate Goodman has vowed to donate ALL profits from this wine to the Brea...
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August 30, 2020
Soumah Hexham Vineyard Viognier 2019
Love Viognier? Put Soumah on your hit list. This release stamps its authority and once again and reinforces why Soumah is one of my favour...
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August 30, 2020
Hayes Family Wines Koonunga Creek South Grenache 2019
Such a pretty and fragrant Grenache. I just want to swim in it. Of the three Hayes Family Wines new Grenache releases, this catapulted me ...
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August 26, 2020
Hayes Family Wines Koonunga Creek North Grenache 2019
The type of Grenache with an alluring depth but yet it possesses a dancy side too. Roast duck here we come.
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August 26, 2020
Hayes Family Wines Glengrae Old Bush Block Grenache 2019
Quite funky on opening. This Grenache is one out of the box and one I reckon will pulverise. For me, I'm a big fan.
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August 26, 2020
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Woah! Sophisticated Sauv Blanc. This is the type of Sauvignon Blanc I want to drink. It's considered and intriguing.
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August 25, 2020
Hayes Family Wines Ebenezer Shiraz 2018
This Shiraz captures the richness and generosity of the Barossa sub-region Ebenezer perfectly.
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August 25, 2020
Fat Bastard Shiraz 2019
These Fat Bastard wines are pitched towards those that enjoy a bigger style wine.
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August 25, 2020
Fat Bastard Pinot Noir 2018
These Fat Bastard wines are marketed as "full bodied" wines but this Pinot isn't in that ball park. Quite a lighter style fo...
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August 25, 2020
Fat Bastard Chardonnay 2017
"Remarkably full bodied" Chardonnay it says across the front label. A readily available wine sourced from California.
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August 25, 2020
Hayes Family Wines Primrose Vineyard Mataro 2019
Precision. Not a hair out of place. Mataro bliss.
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August 24, 2020
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz 2018
Polished. Damn, this is a very impressive rendition of the good old Australian Cabernet and Shiraz blend.
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August 24, 2020
Meerea Park Indie Vintage Brut Cuvee 2011
I was quite excited to see this sample come through the door. I can't recall the last time I saw a fizz from Meerea Park. If it's ...
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August 23, 2020
Sapling Yard Entrechat 2017
Entrechat is a ballet step where the dancer leaps into the air rapidly crossing their legs behind. I tried it while tasting this wine - no...
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August 23, 2020
Juniper Estate Small Batch Cabernet 2018
A swirl of the glass and you can immediately see that this is a little more serious than its stablemate the Crossing Cabernet Merlot 2018 ...
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August 22, 2020
Juniper Estate Crossing Cabernet Merlot 2018
Very much a Bordeaux style in every way given the blend and how it presents itself.
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August 22, 2020
James Estate Semillon 2020
Hunter Semillon calls for fresh seafood and sunshine.
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August 22, 2020
James Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2020
Bursting with tropical fruit, energetic aromas fill the nasal cavity.
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August 22, 2020
James Estate Verdelho 2020
Oh Verdelho. So maligned and often one dimensional.
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August 22, 2020
Redman Wines The Redman 2010
A blend of Cabernet, Shiraz and Merlot, The Redman is the top dog in the stable. And what an excellent wine it is.
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August 19, 2020
Redman Wines Last Row Shiraz 2018
What's not to love about this piece of medium bodied delish?
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August 19, 2020
Redman Wines Shiraz 2018
Tasted side by side with the new release 2016 , the vibrancy of this wine is clear.
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August 18, 2020
Redman Wines Shiraz 2016
Foolproof Shiraz here. A rock solid wine each year. For twenty bucks, this is reliability+
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August 18, 2020
Gartelmann Wines Reserve Diedrich Shiraz 2016
Quality Shiraz here sourced from Orange, NSW. A generous wine with a soothing presence and a statesman like zeal.
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August 18, 2020
Gartelmann Wines Wilhelm Shiraz 2017
Give this some Hunter Shiraz some air to see it at its best.
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August 18, 2020
Meerea Park Reserve Pinot Noir 2018
From a cracking Hunter Valley vintage comes this Reserve Pinot Noir release.
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August 16, 2020
d'Arenberg The Laughing Magpie Shiraz Viognier 2016
Give this a decant or some time in the glass. With some air under its wings, this Shiraz Viognier was singing.
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August 16, 2020
Yalumba The Caley Cabernet Shiraz 2015
Of all the wines that have come across the Qwine tasting bench, this has been the most compelling and the purest. This Yalumba Caley is a wi...
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August 14, 2020
Hutton Vale Farm Riesling 2019
Oh, this is a pleasure to drink. An off-dry Eden Valley Riesling.
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August 14, 2020
Sapling Yard Shiraz Viognier 2019
A pleasant medium bodied Shiraz Viognier from the Canberra district that slides down with absolute ease.
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August 14, 2020
d'Arenberg The Dry Dam Riesling 2020
In the ocean of wine produced by d'Arenberg, this Dry Dam Riesling is one you can throw in the consistency basket. A refreshing releas...
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August 13, 2020
Juniper Estate Crossing Shiraz 2018
Wines can be broadly classified into "fruit" or "savoury". This Margaret River Shiraz falls into the savoury box.
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August 13, 2020
Yangarra Ironheart Shiraz 2017
Another superb Ironheart Shiraz. It's a wine that hits the target without fail. I was lucky enough to taste this in barrel with winemake...
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August 13, 2020
Steels Gate Bastardo 2019
I read the variety on the label and can't help but sing, "Bastardo. Why don't you come to your senses..." I digress... Sou...
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August 12, 2020
Hutton Vale Farm Shiraz 2016
A big guy ready to give you an embrace. Give it time and veneers of pleasure slowly unfurl.
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August 11, 2020
Yelland and Papps Second Take Vermentino 2019
Luscious and moreish through the mouth, this is funky town Vermentino hitting the high hats.
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August 11, 2020
d'Arenberg The Witches Berry Chardonnay 2019
Part of the new Organics range, it's a Chardonnay that will pass the roast chook test.
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August 11, 2020
Angullong Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Cool climate Cabernet ticking the boxes coming at you from Orange, NSW, the vineyard sits 600 metres above.
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August 10, 2020
Angullong Merlot 2018
I've seen a lot of the wines from Angullong over the years but this is the first time I've received a sample of their Merlot. Grow...
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August 10, 2020
Hutton Vale Farm Grenache Mataro 2016
Wow! This is something! Damn I enjoyed this blend. A superb wine in so many ways.
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August 09, 2020
d'Arenberg The Ironstone Pressings GSM 2017
This wine is one of the most consistent releases from d'Arenberg over recent years. And based on that, this is the best one yet - a terr...
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August 09, 2020
Sapling Yard The Curmudgeon Shiraz 2019
A new winery to come across the Qwine raising bench. These wines from Sapling Yard arrived with no detail but for what was on the label. The...
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August 09, 2020
Meerea Park Alexander Munro Shiraz 2018
Big and sturdy, this is a wine that needs to chill out and cool its heels. Still tight after three days of tasting, longevity will be its fr...
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August 08, 2020
Steels Gate Home Block Chardonnay 2017
A really enjoyable, fresh and modern Yarra Valley Chardonnay. Afternoon drinks with friends are sorted.
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August 08, 2020
