Renzaglia Wambuul Shiraz 2024
This is a really cool wine. I love its genuine personality. It's not polished within an inch of its life, nor is it trying to be a Shi...
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December 21, 2025
Chapel Hill The Parson Fiano 2025
I really enjoyed the consistency that this Chapel Hill Fiano delivered. Like its Verdelho sibling, find this on the shelf and you can be ...
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December 21, 2025
Flametree Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2025
Clean and crisp, this excellent Flametree Sauvignon Blanc Semillon is wonderfully refreshing. Sunshining days are calling.
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December 21, 2025
Biscay Road Riesling 2025
This is my second look at this Biscay Road Riesling with its first arrival coming hot off the bottling line. A few more months in bottle h...
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December 21, 2025
Chapel Hill The Parson Verdelho 2025
It's been a while since I've seen a Verdelho. Welcome back! This is from McLaren Vale's Chapel Hill and plays a straight bat w...
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December 21, 2025
First Ridge Vermentino 2025
A starburst of fresh, vibrant aromas lifts from the glass with ease. This First Ridge Vermentino is perfect for summer-time drinking.
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December 19, 2025
Parker Estate Rocky Block Shiraz 2023
I can't help but think of Rocky Balboa when I see the word Rocky. A bit of a rebrand, this is new to the Parker range. The fruit is so...
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December 19, 2025
Pegasus Bay Virtuoso Chardonnay 2021
A concentrated and flirtatious delight. If rich styles of Chardonnay make you weak at the knees, you should make a beeline in this directi...
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December 18, 2025
Wrights Vineyard Fortified Chardonnay 2024
Fortified Chardonnay - two words I have not uttered for what seems like aeons, but what a welcome surprise it was to see this Wrights Vine...
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December 18, 2025
3 Rings Shiraz 2023
Reviewed back in February, a revisit on the tasting bench has shown that another ten months in bottle has helped elevate things.
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December 18, 2025
Paringa Shiraz 2023
The 2022 release of this Paringa Shiraz was a killer bargain for $16, but this new 2023 brings some warmth and generosity from riper frui...
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December 18, 2025
Smith & Hooper Pinot Grigio 2025
An easy-going Pinot Grigio made for uncomplicated pleasure and drink now appeal.
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December 18, 2025
O'Leary Walker Clare Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A rock-solid Clare Valley Cabernet from O'Leary Walker. Although it possesses a firm touch now, this will age a treat.
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December 16, 2025
Flametree SRS Wilyabrup Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A bit of Vanessa Williams factor here with her song, "Save the best til last." One of the best Cabernets I have tasted this year...
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December 16, 2025
Purple Hands Montepulciano 2024
You won't die wondering with a generous dollop of fruit to consider courtesy of this Purple Hands Montepulciano.
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December 16, 2025
Purple Hands Aglianico 2024
Tannin is a big player with this Purple Hands Aglianico and the fruit is at its mercy.
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December 16, 2025
Jim Brand The Pursuit Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
The last time the Jim Brand Pursuit Cabernet hit the Qwine tasting bench was a few years ago in the form of the 2020 vintage. Things have ...
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December 14, 2025
Tim Smith Eden Valley Viognier 2025
Another excellent Viognier from Tim Smith, the $30 asking price does not reflect the quality that is in the glass. But as the consumer, yo...
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December 14, 2025
Colours of the South Rosso 2023
A blend of Montepulciano, Aglianico and Negroamaro, this rustic, medium-bodied blend from the Barossa is armed and ready to take down any ra...
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December 14, 2025
Berton Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Cool mint and dark chocolate seemingly glide from the glass, luring me closer to this Berton Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from Coon...
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December 14, 2025
Pegasus Bay Estate Riesling 2024
The words cleansing and purity describe this off-dry, Germanic take on Riesling from New Zealand's Pegasus Bay.
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December 14, 2025
Purple Hands Deep Purple Hands Shiraz 2024
Tasted beside its Barossa Valley Shiraz sibling, this Deep Purple Hands certainly gets in deep with grippy tannins that seem never-ending.
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December 13, 2025
Purple Hands Shiraz 2024
A generous and rich Barossa Shiraz, you can really get your claws into this release from Purple Hands.
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December 10, 2025
Gundog Estate Off-Dry Semillon 2025
For those seeking a wine that's low in alcohol, this Off-Dry Semillon from Gundog Estate carries itself with pride.
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December 10, 2025
Pegasus Bay Estate Chardonnay 2022
Concentrated, generous, fleshy and textured, there is an ocean of delight awaiting those who enjoy richer styles of Chardonnay.
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December 08, 2025
Flametree SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2023
I was to be sent the pre-release SRS Wallcliffe Chardonnay 2024 for review, but it looks like the work experience kid in the warehouse got...
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December 08, 2025
O'Leary Walker Clare Valley Shiraz 2022
Boom! I reviewed this Shiraz eighteen months ago and it blew my mind. With the opportunity to revisit, this is incredible value. Hunt it dow...
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December 08, 2025
La Maschera Prosecco NV
Quite the excitement machine, tropical and floral aromas cascade from the glass to usher in your welcome.
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December 08, 2025
Gundog Estate Hunter's Shiraz 2024
The consistency of these Gundog Estate wines is impressive. An expansive range with fruit sourced from a variety of regions apart from the...
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December 07, 2025
Gundog Estate The Chase Semillon 2025
Summer in a glass, this Gundog Estate The Chase Semillon is screaming for sunshine, beach days and fresh seafood. Bliss.
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December 07, 2025
Raidis Estate The Trip 2018
A wine with great bones, the best barrels make it into Raidis Estate's flagship Cabernet.
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December 07, 2025
Berton Vineyard The Bonsai Shiraz 2021
The Eden Valley's cooler climate verve is on full display with this Bonsai Shiraz from Berton Vineyard.
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December 06, 2025
Grada Coffee Liqueur
Late-night sips have suddenly become dangerous with this Grada Coffee Liqueur. Luscious and outrageously delicious, what a sumptuous treat...
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December 06, 2025
Larnook Grenache Gris 2025
Try this and tell me you don't like it, I dare you. A summer time splash of sheer delight, I could bathe in this Larnook Grenache Gris...
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December 05, 2025
Gundog Estate Wild Semillon 2025
An off-dry Semillon that has been wild yeast fermented, there is plenty of textural interest here to delight.
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December 05, 2025
Three Dark Horses Shiraz 2023
A pizza night special, this Shiraz from Blewitt Springs is a handy partner for a casual meal.
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December 05, 2025
Tim Smith Roussanne 2025
This is only the second Roussanne release from Tim Smith and it appears he knows what he is doing. An excellent wine, if a white wine with...
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November 28, 2025
Berton Vineyard Black Shiraz 2022
A solid drink from Berton Vineyard, this Black Shiraz is packed with flavour and attitude.
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November 28, 2025
Pikes Luccio Fiano 2025
Hello Fiano Friday! A thoroughly enjoyable release from Pikes.
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November 28, 2025
Pizzini Il Barone 2022
A caress in a bottle, you'd snuggle up to this with a Sunday roast at your mercy, but a Friday night wind down or cosy night in front ...
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November 27, 2025
Rogers & Rufus Rosé 2025
These Rogers & Rufus Rosés hit the mark every time.
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November 27, 2025
Raidis Estate Cheeky Goat Pinot Gris 2025
Many folk don't realise that Pinot Gris actually has red skins and I love how the team at Raidis Estate deliver their take on the vari...
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November 27, 2025
Tim Smith Bugalugs Blanc 2025
A quirky take on the Rhone white blend that hits the mark deluxe!
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November 25, 2025
La Maschera Pinot Grigio 2024
Eight months in seasoned oak has helped build a creamy and textural frame for this La Maschera Pinot Grigio.
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November 25, 2025
Pikes The Merle Riesling 2025
Focus and detail are the buzzwords here. An exceptional The Merle Riesling from Pikes despite the challenging vintage, it maintains its el...
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November 24, 2025
Larnook Rosé 2025
Bone dry and deliciously savoury, I just want to sit by the beach watching the waves roll in with a glass of this Larnook Rosé in hand. Blis...
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November 24, 2025
Twin Islands Sauvignon Blanc 2025
The aromas of a summer fruit bowl leap from the glass offering an energetic welcome passage to this Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc.
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November 24, 2025
Oxford Landing Merlot 2023
Quite the elder statesman in the Oxford Landing range, all other wines are much younger, but I suppose someone needs to keep the kids in c...
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November 23, 2025
Oxford Landing Juicy Red 2024
"Juicy Red", they say. A brand new offering from Oxford Landing that is cheekily suggesting that you take it for a spin.
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November 23, 2025
Oxford Landing Rosé 2025
Serve this Oxford Landing Rosé blind to your friends and I bet they won't know it's 13 bucks. There is plenty going on here to sto...
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November 23, 2025
