Arila Gardens Gardens of Moppa Shiraz 2020
Raspberries dipped in chocolate. The goodness you need in your life. This is a smart wine. Very smart. Feed it to me.
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August 31, 2021
Hofer Family Wines Arneis 2021
Clever gear. Have this with chicken or pork. Ribbed with fine spices, it taps you on the shoulder seeking your attention and you can't...
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August 31, 2021
Pertaringa Over the Top Shiraz 2019
You get a sense that this is a flying carpet of sorts as it floats through the mouth. Time in the glass reveals a serious side. A really g...
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August 30, 2021
Castle Rock Estate Skywalk Riesling 2021
The Castle Rock Estate Skywalk Riesling is named after the panoramic suspended walkway on the local granite Castle Rock outcrop. This is a...
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August 30, 2021
Golden Grove Estate Malbec 2019
The excitement Malbec generates from winemaker Ray Costanzo of late is getting to the same levels as his beloved Vermentino and more recen...
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August 27, 2021
Pig in the House Shiraz 2020
Oh, this is pretty. Raspberries race to befriend you. I think I'll stay awhile.
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August 26, 2021
3 Rings Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Not too bad but it doesn't have me banging on the door for another glass either.
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August 26, 2021
Paringa Shiraz 2019
Big and blustery, a Shiraz that's like that T20 whack over the covers for six. There is not too much finesse here.
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August 26, 2021
Arila Gardens Quartz and Garden Shiraz 2019
I first came across the Arila Gardens label recently in a line up of 150+ Barossa Grenache wines. I'm writing a book on that epic vari...
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August 26, 2021
Nanny Goat Vineyard Chardonnay 2019
This Chardonnay from Nanny Goat has just landed in Australia (quite literally). Big thanks to winemaker Alan Peters-Oswald and the Joval c...
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August 26, 2021
Patrick of Coonawarra Méthod Eucalypt 2020
A lightish Cabernet with a playful and dancy side. It moves and sways with ease. I reckon this would take a slight chill in warmer months to...
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August 26, 2021
Yalumba Eden Valley Syrah 2019
An example of how time and tasting a wine over two days elevates the experience. This Eden Valley Syrah took a little while to open up and...
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August 25, 2021
Pertaringa Undercover Agent Shiraz 2019
In the slot! A really enjoyable McLaren Vale Shiraz and a great buy for 25 bucks.
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August 25, 2021
Catalina Sounds Sound of White Chardonnay 2019
Flinty and gun powder aromas skip from the glass eagerly enticing you from the outset. A clever single vineyard wine from New Zealand's ...
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August 25, 2021
Geddes Wines Seldom Inn Petit Verdot 2019
What a round ball of delish! Get knee-deep here in generous fruit that has a playful side.
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August 24, 2021
Hollick Estate Pinot Noir 2020
Probably best described as a light-bodied Shiraz, here is a Pinot Noir from Coonawarra.
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August 24, 2021
De Iuliis Aged Release Semillon 2014
Delicate in nature, this aged Semillon release from De Iuliis coats the mouth with ease.
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August 23, 2021
Catalina Sounds Sound of White Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc 2019
This is good stuff. It's tempered through the mouth and offers a sense of calm. That calm of the water in the bay before the wind pick...
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August 23, 2021
John Wallace Wine Maggie White 2021
Sipping in the park kinda wine. An easy-drinking type that will make friends with ease.
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August 23, 2021
Golden Grove Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2021
A considered Sauvignon Blanc with 15% barrel fermentation.
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August 23, 2021
Blue Pyrenees Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
There is no going wrong here. A reliable Cabernet year in, year out and often under $20. You are the winner. Pizza, the lounge, streaming ...
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August 21, 2021
Lovable Rogue Fiano 2021
If you ever get the chance to wander about the Hunter Valley, you need to dine at Bistro Molines (note I underlined 'you need to'...
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August 21, 2021
Shaw Wines Winemakers Selection Cabernet Merlot 2019
There is some energy about the way this skips along. A medium-bodied blend (57/43) that will please more than a few.
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August 21, 2021
Golden Grove Estate Tranquillo Bianco 2021
This is all picnics, big shady trees and people grazing on shared plates by the river. An easy, uncomplicated blend.
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August 21, 2021
Oz Wine Shiraz 2020
This arrived in a pack of samples all destined for the export market. An array of Asian countries were mentioned on the list but one particu...
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August 21, 2021
M Burton Shiraz I NV
When you pour all your knowledge and expertise into one bottle to celebrate a milestone, this is what you get. A sleek, detailed and consi...
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August 20, 2021
Patrick of Coonawarra Méthode Skinny Riesling 2020
Something is in the water at Patrick of Coonawarra. In recent times we've seen new branding, a host of new wines, and like this, conve...
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August 20, 2021
Arila Gardens Gardens of Moppa GSM 2020
A big Barossa GSM to wrap your mittens around on a cool evening. This is easy to warm to.
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August 20, 2021
John Wallace Wines Juju Red 2021
A fun and playful red to thrust this new John Wallace Wines label into prominence. Is it the best wine you'll have this year? No. Coul...
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August 19, 2021
Tellurian TWB 2020
A terrifically long and textural blend here from Heathocote's Tellurian Wines. Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Gris come together and...
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August 19, 2021
Hutton Vale Farm Grenache Mataro 2017
This looks and feels traditional in its delivery, although you get the sense it is quite considered in its making. But there is some telli...
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August 18, 2021
Blue Pyrenees Organic Grenache 2020
There isn't a lot of Grenache out in the Pyrenees I wouldn't have thought, but gee we're on to a winner here. Quite the tasty ...
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August 18, 2021
Yalumba Paradox Shiraz 2017
In a quaint Angaston cafe a few years ago I caught up with Barossa storyteller and former Yalumba Ambassador Jane Ferarri for breakfast - ...
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August 16, 2021
Yelland and Papps Old Vine Grenache NV
This wine grows on you - big time. The marriage of three vintages (2018, 2019, 2021) from the same vineyard, it's a bit like stepping ...
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August 16, 2021
Gundog Estate Wild Semillon 2021
Well hello there! Here is a Semillon I want to drink lots of. So fresh and oozing pleasure.
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August 16, 2021
Hofer Family Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
This will grow into its shoes nicely. A big and generous Cabernet from Langhorne Creek.
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August 16, 2021
Tim Smith Wines Eden Valley Shiraz 2019
You can't help feel a sense of calm as this washes through you. What a luxurious and delicious expression of Shiraz. I've said it ...
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August 15, 2021
Catalina Sounds Sounds of White Sauvignon Blanc 2020
How to describe this Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough's Catalina Sounds? Herbaceous!
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August 15, 2021
Gundog Estate Hunter’s Semillon 2021
Such an easy drinking and approachable Semillon from the Hunter Valley's Gundog Estate.
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August 15, 2021
Tim Smith Wines Bugalugs Grenache 2021
Take me down a slurpy city where the vines are green and the Grenache is pretty... There is not a splinter of oak to be seen in this Bugal...
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August 13, 2021
De Iuliis The Garden Vineyard Semillon 2021
The Hunter Valley 2021 Semillons are starting to turn up. I always enjoy looking at them this time of year as it builds anticipation for t...
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August 13, 2021
Loveable Rouge Vermentino 2021
Hunter Valley Vermentino with extended skin contact.
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August 13, 2021
Arila Gardens Sand Garden Grenache 2020
It's always a privilege to become acquainted with a new label. This Grenache from Arila Gardens is super impressive. One of those litt...
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August 11, 2021
Running With Bulls Garnacha 2020
Barossa Grenache is often described as Barossa Pinot. Here is the perfect example!
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August 11, 2021
Tim Smith Wines Eden Valley Riesling 2021
Calling all Riesling lovers! Get this in your veins. Supreme refreshment awaits. Tim Smith keeps telling me how amazing the Barossa 2021 i...
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August 10, 2021
Yelland and Papps Vin De Soif 2018
Lazy weekends, a rough day at work, a thirst brought on after binging all day watching your favourite series - whatever the occasion, this...
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August 10, 2021
Geddes Wines Seldom Inn Grenache 2020
Be careful. This will sneak up on you and seize your heart. Such a lush and delicious Grenache from Geddes Wines.
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August 08, 2021
Punt Road Napoleone Vineyard Block 4 Chardonnay 2020
This Punt Road Block 4 is a beauty! It's a sneaky bugger to get hold of though as it is only available at the cellar door. I'm sure ...
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August 08, 2021
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