The Best of 2022!
2022 has been big for Qwine Reviews and this is a more than appropriate final post for the year. Just over 700 reviews were posted in 2022 ...
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December 31, 2022
Golden Grove Estate Joven Tempranillo 2022
Sunsets, cool breezes and charcuterie boards are all you need for this fantastic Tempranillo from Golden Grove Estate. Its approachability...
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December 31, 2022
Jansz Tasmania Vintage Rosé 2018
Some pink fizz to get you in the NYE mood... Made from 100% Pinot Noir, this is smart gear.
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December 30, 2022
Seachange Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
For 20 bucks, this is a very handy Cabernet. From casual barbecues to your campground catch ups, this will have you covered.
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December 30, 2022
Paisley Silk Shiraz 2020
A reliable Barossa Shiraz to sink your teeth into. An avalanche of dense fruit the hero.
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December 30, 2022
Nuova Scuola La Maria 2022
If a textural delight is your weakness, head on this way. Made from two Portuguese varieties (Fernao Pires and Verdelho), it's well wo...
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December 29, 2022
Clovely Estate Shiraz Saperavi 2019
Blend Shiraz with another big wine - how Australian? This Shiraz Saperavi from Clovely Estate offers plenty of interest and is a stand out i...
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December 29, 2022
Nuova Scuola Nebbiolo 2021
Sourced from a tiny vineyard a mere stone’s throw from the cellar door, this is a very clever Nebbiolo.
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December 29, 2022
Hillsdale Estate Sparkling Kristalwyn 2021
Blended with Vermentino, this comes from only the second producer of the Crystal variety in Australia.
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December 29, 2022
Gra Fion Shiraz Viognier 2021
You could fall head over heels for the easy flow and glossy presence of this Shiraz Viognier.
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December 29, 2022
South Burnett Distillers Apinya Gin
Clovely Estate has embarked on distilling in the wine "off-season" and they have curated a range of gins and vodkas. This Apinya...
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December 29, 2022
Nightfall Aquila Cabernet Franc 2019
There is an inherent charm and calm about this Cabernet Franc. It slides through with ease and invites you to be whisked away. Yes, take m...
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December 27, 2022
Turkey Flat Grenache Rosé 2022
Easily one of the best and most consistent Rosés in Australia. Strong form here once more. A fabulous drink, no questions asked. This was ...
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December 27, 2022
Mitchell Watervale Riesling 2022
Pretty scents of white florals with Jasmine highlights. Zippy and zesty, this is a great drink for the money.
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December 27, 2022
Paisley Maeve Shiraz Cabernet 2019
We're stepping into the big time now at Paisley. A big, weighty bottle is a step up from the others in the Paisley range, as is the mo...
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December 26, 2022
Gundog Estate Hilltops Shiraz No.2 2021
It's great to see two Hilltops Shiraz from the same winemaker showcasing the vineyards he gets access to. This No.2 Shiraz is clearly ...
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December 26, 2022
Hart and Hunter The Remparts Semillon 2021
Charge at your seafood platter with this. It's go time for a fresh and zesty Semillon.
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December 26, 2022
Gundog Estate Hilltops Shiraz No.1 2021
Dense and dark, a brooding medium-bodied Hilltops No. 1 Shiraz from Gundog Estate.
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December 26, 2022
Hart and Hunter Vanessa Vale Shiraz 2021
Attractive aromas and meaty bones. A steak and fries will do the job with this beauty thank you very much.
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December 26, 2022
Miss Zilm Shiraz Malbec 2021
Keeda Zilm says that every Clare Valley winery should produce a Shiraz Malbec blend. Coming from someone with vast experience in the regio...
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December 23, 2022
Hesketh Regional Selections Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
A fruit-forward Cabernet that sees older oak, this is an easy go-to. In fact, all the Hesketh new releases have been very tidy. They are w...
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December 23, 2022
Paisley Boombox Shiraz 2020
The Boombox Shiraz 2020 is playing some deep beats. Dense and layered just the way winemaker Derek Fitzgerald likes to present his red win...
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December 23, 2022
Paisley Six Strings Tempranillo 2022
Wonderfully fragrant, this Tempranillo from Paisley Wines has some get up and go. Just add pizza or pasta for maximum enjoyment.
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December 23, 2022
Alkimi Wild Dreams Syrah Marsanne 2022
Great colour! A Syrah Marsanne blend, the vibrance of the hue is eye-catching. It's a smart wine capturing two not so common bedfellows.
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December 21, 2022
Hesketh Regional Selections Riesling 2022
The summer of Riesling at Qwine HQ is going gangbusters. What a ripping vintage 2022 has been for the variety! This is a more than respect...
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December 21, 2022
Hesketh Regional Selections Fiano 2022
The delicate textural presence of this Clare Valley Fiano is ticking the boxes big time.
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December 21, 2022
Alkimi Wild Dreams Pinot Noir 2022
Whole bunch Pinot Noir in a clear bottle with a cork seal. Alkimi's Stu Dudine brings a little funk factor as he tends to do with ease...
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December 20, 2022
Paisley Linen Fiano 2022
Lunchtime wine. The approachability of these Paisley Wines never ceases to impress. This Fiano is sourced from the Adelaide Hills and toss...
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December 20, 2022
Jansz Tasmania Vintage Cuvée 2018
Load up your festive cheer with this fabulous vintage Tasmanian sparkling. I'll have another glass pronto, please.
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December 20, 2022
Hesketh Lost Weekend Chardonnay 2022
The approachability, shape and reliability at the price point reflect the quality of the making and the consistency across the range. This...
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December 20, 2022
Brash Higgins Ripple 2022
We're in peak barbecue season people and a bottle of this Brash Higgins Ripple under your wing is a recipe for sheer happiness. What a...
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December 18, 2022
Jansz Tasmania Late Disgorged Vintage Cuvée 2014
Jansz's Late Disgorged Vintage Cuvée 2014 has been held back to age on lees for an extra four years. The added complexity that the add...
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December 18, 2022
Hesketh Lobethal Adelaide Hills Chardonnay 2021
If you like a little oak in your Chardonnay, head down this way. From the Adelaide Hills subregion of Lobethal, I like it.
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December 18, 2022
Paisley Velvet Grenache 2021
Raspberries meet pretty scents of violets and blueberries. Another beauty from Paisley Wines that is such an easy drop to kick back with.
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December 18, 2022
Yalumba The Steeple Shiraz 2018
The Steeple is a biodynamic Shiraz from the Barossa's Light Pass sub-region planted in 1919.
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December 18, 2022
Golden Grove Estate Shiraz 2021
Cool climate Shiraz smashing it deluxe. Ray Costanzo is in a purple patch at the moment. His wines are surging and then some. This Shiraz ...
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December 16, 2022
Tim Smith MGS 2022
You had me at burgers and pizza night. Wrap your lips around this cracker. A blend of Mataro, Grenache and Shiraz, it's three of Tim S...
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December 16, 2022
Hesketh Regional Selections Sauvignon Blanc 2022
A bit more serious than its Bright Young Things sibling, you can tell from the mouthfeel that this has its game face on.
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December 16, 2022
Hesketh Bright Young Things Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Good, clean refreshment for 15 bucks. Tropical fruit aplenty, it's a crowd pleaser for sure.
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December 16, 2022
Hesketh Rules of Engagement Pinot Grigio 2022
Roll this in your swag or caravan ready for your summer camping trip. It's an easy drink sure to please.
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December 16, 2022
Hesketh Wild At Heart Rosé 2022
Wild at Heart because we all are sometimes. A no-fuss, uncomplicated Rosé.
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December 16, 2022
Hart and Hunter Ablington Shiraz 2021
A single vineyard Shiraz from Hart & Hunter that needs a decant or a little time tucked away. Do this and you'll be rewarded hands...
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December 15, 2022
Oakridge 864 Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
This is top-tier Cabernet. Cool climate excellence in a glass. Yarra Valley bliss all the way.
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December 15, 2022
Oliver's Taranga Corrina's Shiraz Cabernet 2021
A big McLaren Vale red. A blend of Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, this calls for Sunday night roasts.
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December 15, 2022
Tim Smith Bugalugs Grenache 2022
Juicy, earthy and right in the slot for some Barossa Grenache deliciousness. It nails the price point too for those seeking an easy, appro...
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December 14, 2022
The Wine Journal 2023
A new book from Andrew Caillard MW and wine writer Angus Hughson has hit the shelves ready for your holiday reading. Quite a different tak...
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December 14, 2022
Hart and Hunter 75 Days Chardonnay 2021
75 Days Chardonnay. I write this and there are 12 days til Christmas. Maybe Christmas has come early? This is slick and super delicate. Sl...
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December 13, 2022
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