Larnook Grenache 2023
Like a silk sheet of sheer beauty, this Larnook Grenache is brilliant.
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Brioni's Blend 2024
What a juicy and gorgeously perfumed little blend this Brioni's Blend is. Perhaps in a world first (there is nothing like building the...
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Anfore Fiano 2023
Well helloooo to the first release of this Anfore Fiano from Oliver's Taranga, and as the back label says, "Inspired by Italy. Cr...
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November 30, 2024
Larnook Grenache Shiraz 2023
Like a Neenish tart, there is a distinct line down the middle of this Larnook Grenache Shiraz. Perhaps some more time will help the two si...
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November 30, 2024
Kilikanoon Killerman’s Run Shiraz 2021
This is Kilikanoon's entry-level Shiraz and for your money you get a very well-made wine with three years already under its belt. Barg...
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November 30, 2024
Oliver's Taranga Fiano 2024
Back to back brilliance for the Queen of Fiano, Corrina Wright is dancing on the balls of her feet with this variety. And if you know Corr...
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November 30, 2024
Arila Gardens Moppa Nero d'Avola 2023
From the Barossa's latest picking vintage this millennia, this Arila Gardens Moppa Nero d'Avola 2023 doesn't reach the lofty h...
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November 30, 2024
Ivyburn First Minister Shiraz 2022
A big cuddle for the insides, this First Minister McLaren Vale Shiraz from Ivyburn is ripe and rich. For those who enjoy plentiful reds, t...
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November 30, 2024
Ivyburn Regional Series Shiraz 2021
Much like its First Minister sibling, this Ivyburn Regional Series Shiraz from the Barossa comes across a little bitsy and needs some tim...
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November 30, 2024
Flametree Karridale SRS Sauvignon Blanc 2024
A Sauv Blanc with texture and interest - that sums up this Flametree Karridale SRS the best.
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November 29, 2024
Larnook Picpoul 2024
Putting this Larnook Picpoul in a Riesling bottle was a very good decision because it comes across like one.
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November 29, 2024
Pikes Luccio Sangiovese 2023
Bright, expressive and delicious, this Pikes Luccio Sangiovese is a very tidy drink.
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November 29, 2024
Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2023
A wine that continues to perform at a supreme level, the Flametree SRS deserves to be held in the upper echelon of Margaret River Chardonn...
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November 27, 2024
Vinya Vella Old Bush Vine Grenache 2023
He's nailed it again. This is a delicate and expressive Grenache from Dylan Griggs's humble Vinya Vella label.
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November 27, 2024
ND Wines Tempranillo Albarino Rosé 2024
Negroni like in appearance, this ND Wines Tempranillo/Albarino Rosé also resembles a reddish smokey sunset.
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November 26, 2024
ND Wines Albarino 2024
Welcome to funky town. A skinsy Albarino courtesy of McLaren Vale's ND wines. Its appearance speaks of summertime just as the sunlight...
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November 26, 2024
Arila Gardens Single Vineyard Grenache 2023
Formerly known as the Sand Garden Grenache, a slight tweak to Single Vineyard has been made to better reflect the three tiers produced by ...
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November 24, 2024
Ivyburn The Pioneer Shiraz 2021
The lack of detail for this RRP $330 wine is breathtaking. One would safely assume that such a premium wine would be dripping with informati...
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November 24, 2024
Ivyburn Aldersey Shiraz 2021
Give this Aldersey Shiraz from Ivyburn a sleep. That lie down will do it the world of good. A generous wine with lots of chew, the acid wa...
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November 24, 2024
Larnook Grenache Gris 2024
Woah! This is something a bit special! One out of the box, this Grenache Gris is well worth putting on your radar.
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November 23, 2024
Tempus Two Copper Series Ansonica 2024
Vibrant, vivacious and engaging - just like its maker Brooke Edson, this Tempus Two Ansonica is an excellent wine to embrace on warm days....
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November 23, 2024
Ivyburn First Minister Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
This is my first look at these Ivyburn wines. The website is skinny on detail, particularly with a lack of contact info and no social medi...
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November 23, 2024
Kilikanoon Small Batch Cabernet Franc 2023
A tidy Cabernet Franc from Kilikanoon, this is a wine that is drinking well now but it will evolve further with ageing over the medium ter...
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November 23, 2024
Pikes Traditionale Riesling 2024
A bit like Rexona, this Pikes Traditionale Riesling will never let you down. Such a reliable go-to, if you see this on the shelf, don'...
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November 23, 2024
Arila Gardens Moppa Grenache 2023
I really enjoyed this Moppa Grenache from Arila Gardens. The longer it was open, the more it settled into a neat groove and revealed its p...
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November 23, 2024
Tamburlaine Organic Wines Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A curious Cabernet, it's a bit like an empty warehouse - business in the front and empty in the back.
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November 23, 2024
Castle Rock Estate A and W Riesling 2024
I love this. Fabulously positioned, it's silky and refined. The best in the range, this A&W Riesling is brilliant stuff from Castl...
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November 21, 2024
Vinya Vella Grenache Rosé 2024
Dylan Grigg is a viticulturalist working in some of the best Barossa vineyards and beyond, but he has his own patch of dirt producing two ...
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November 21, 2024
Nepenthe Apex Chardonnay 2022
This set of Nepenthe wines that I've worked through has been quite consistent - well played by the winemaking team. This Apex Chardonn...
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November 21, 2024
Tamburlaine Organic Wines Reserve Pinot Noir 2023
Supple and mellow sum up this Tamburlaine Reserve Pinot Noir from the Orange region.
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November 21, 2024
Pikes Luccio Fiano 2024
This interesting Fiano comes hot off the press from the Pikes Polish Hill River vineyard. The 13th release of this wine gains a wonderful ...
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November 21, 2024
Nepenthe Apex Pinot Noir 2022
This Apex Pinot Noir from Nepenthe has some muscle and density. There's a pleasing presence and flow that builds curiosity.
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November 20, 2024
Nepenthe Pinnacle Barbera 2023
A no fuss Barbera from Nepenthe that would partner your mid-week pizza and pasta with ease.
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November 20, 2024
Knappstein Pinot Gris 2024
Rocking its new contemporary label, a glorious perfume spills from the glass of this Knappstein Pinot Gris. An easy going drink, it will b...
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November 20, 2024
Castle Rock Estate Diletti Riesling 2023
The use of barrel fermentation and lees contact have made an impact on this textural Riesling. With more body than its fresher-faced sibli...
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November 19, 2024
Tamburlaine Organic Wines Reserve Hunter Valley Syrah 2023
A very good expression of the variety, this Tamburlaine Reserve Syrah is medium-bodied as you'd expect from the Hunter Valley. There i...
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November 19, 2024
Tamburlaine Organic Wines Reserve Orange Syrah 2023
Quite a contrast to its Hunter Valley Reserve Syrah sibling, it was a great exercise to take a look at these two Tamburlaine Organic Rese...
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November 19, 2024
Knappstein Clare Valley Riesling 2024
Delicate to taste, this Knappstein Clare Valley Riesling possesses a profound softness. Fashioning a new label to jazz things up a bit, th...
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November 18, 2024
Gundog Estate Hilltops Riesling 2024
A richer style of Riesling, this Gundog Estate from the Hilltops differs from those that have come before.
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November 18, 2024
Gundog Estate Rosé 2024
With most Rosés now looking awfully similar in appearance, it's great to see the odd one here and there unashamedly showing some more ...
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November 18, 2024
Arila Gardens Gardens of Moppa Saperavi 2023
Dense and generous as Saperavi should be, the core of this Arila Gardens release is saturated, but it's not as weighty as its predeces...
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November 18, 2024
Kilikanoon Small Batch GMS 2023
A lighter Grenache Mourvedre Syrah blend from Kilikanoon's Small Batch range that packs some punch late with a rush of peppery spice.
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November 18, 2024
Nepenthe Pinnacle Albarino 2023
One whiff of this Nepenthe Pinnacle Albarino will whisk you away to a tropical paradise. Glace pineapple and pina colada are all the rage ...
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November 18, 2024
Pegasus Bay Prima Donna Pinot Noir 2019
The last time I saw this Pegasus Bay Prima Donna 2019 was in 2022 and an extra couple of years in bottle has certainly been of benefit. It...
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November 16, 2024
Pegasus Bay Estate Pinot Noir 2022
From the Donaldson family's sustainably farmed vineyards in North Canterbury comes this superb expression of Pinot Noir and it is easy...
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November 16, 2024
Main Divide Pinot Noir 2022
Find me a better Pinot Noir for $35. At a competitive price point, this Main Divide Pinot Noir from the team at Pegasus Bay rises to the f...
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November 16, 2024
Kilikanoon Baudinet GSM 2021
Like its Duke Reserve Grenache stablemate, this Kilikanoon Baudinet GSM needs some time to breathe. Give it that chance and it is absolut...
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November 13, 2024
Castle Rock Estate Riesling 2024
Floral, tense and composed, this Castle Rock Estate Riesling walks comfortably in its own skin but I can only assume it's holding itse...
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November 13, 2024
Castle Rock Estate RS21 Riesling 2024
RS21 stands for 21 grams of residual sugar per litre and this Riesling from Castle Rock Estate straddles the line between sweetness and ac...
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November 12, 2024
Castle Rock Estate Skywalk Riesling 2024
Dangerously delicious, call this Skywalk Riesling the entry level of the Castle Rock Estate range at your own peril. Pretty, vibrant and f...
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November 12, 2024
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