Jericho Shiraz S3 Shiraz 2022
A smokey and meaty Shiraz from Jericho Wines, casual weekend barbecues are GO!
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February 28, 2025
Vickery Watervale Riesling 2024
Tasted alongside the Vickery Eden Valley Riesling , given the choice, I would run at this Vickery Watervale 2024. So pretty, so vibrant, sho...
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February 28, 2025
Vickery Eden Valley Riesling 2024
It may be the last day of February, but the summer of Riesling is not dead yet. A glass of this Vickery Eden Valley will undoubtedly keep th...
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February 28, 2025
Huntington Estate Grand Reserve Shiraz Cabernet 2023
A brilliant expression of the great Australian claret, this Huntington Estate Grand Reserve Shiraz Cabernet is the business. Woah! What a ...
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February 28, 2025
Curtis Legion Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Swirl the glass and the scents of a solid Cabernet rise up. This is good gear from Curtis Family Vineyards.
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February 28, 2025
Curtis Legion Shiraz 2021
A wine of respectable complexity, this is a generous Shiraz from Curtis Family Vineyards.
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February 28, 2025
Curtis Limited Series Grenache 2021
The first whiff of this Curtis Limited Series Grenache caught my attention but not in a good way.
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February 28, 2025
After Five Wine Co Aglianico 2022
These alternative varieties from Purple Hands are in a supreme sweet spot at the moment. This After Five Wine Co Aglianico is an excellent...
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February 26, 2025
Holm Oak Cabernet Franc 2024
Cool climate Cabernet Franc pulling the right moves from Holm Oak.
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February 25, 2025
Curtis Cavaliere Shiraz 2021
Muscular and full-bodied, this is a sturdy McLaren Vale Shiraz from Curtis Family Vineyards.
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February 25, 2025
Curtis Cavaliere GSM 2021
A big framed GSM from Curtis, this Cavaliere made some positive moves early on.
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February 25, 2025
Curtis Small Batch Early Release Grenache 2022
Kicking off with all the attractive things highlighted by silky and juicy fruit, this Curtis Small Batch Early Release Grenache drops its ...
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February 24, 2025
Curtis Small Batch Grenache Shiraz 2021
Ripe and rich, I'm curious as to why this Curtis Small Batch Grenache Shiraz is the current release from the 2021 vintage. Big, volupt...
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February 24, 2025
Curtis Legion Merlot 2022
Ripe and sweet, this is a juicy but confected Merlot from Curtis Family Vineyards.
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February 24, 2025
First Ridge Pinot Grigio 2024
A ripping example of Pinot Grigio, this release from Mudgee's First Ridge is right in the slot. Bright, fresh and crisp, go here.
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February 23, 2025
First Ridge Alira Prosecco 2024
From Mudgee's first Prosecco producer comes this expressive and inviting example. Sealed with a screw cap which may catch a few off gu...
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February 23, 2025
Curtis Small Batch Riesling 2023
McLaren Vale has a lot of things but Riesling is not one of them. This Curtis Small Batch is only the third producer I have come across wi...
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February 23, 2025
Planta Circa Ancestor Vine Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
What a treat this is from Purple Hands. From ancestor vines grown in the south of the Barossa, let this Planta Circa Cabernet Sauvignon br...
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February 22, 2025
Oliver's Taranga Sagrantino 2023
A big wine loaded with tannin, this Oliver's Taranga Sagrantino is well placed to slice through rich protein dishes.
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February 22, 2025
Biscay Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
This Biscay Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2023 lights things up and is a leap forward from the 2022 debut . For $25, this is an excellent buy.
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February 22, 2025
Biscay Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
A really enjoyable Barossa Cabernet, this Biscay Road 2022 has been previously reviewed but was sent to sit alongside the new 2023 releas...
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February 22, 2025
Biscay Road Shiraz 2023
I had the luxury of tasting this alongside the previous 2022 release and I preferred this Biscay Road 2023 by a fraction. Give it some ti...
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February 22, 2025
Biscay Road Shiraz 2022
Previously reviewed , this Biscay Road 2022 has been resent to line up alongside the new 2023. Side-by-side comparisons like this are valu...
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February 22, 2025
Hobbs Behr Creek Shiraz Montepulciano 2023
Shiraz and Montepulciano are unusual bedfellows but this Behr Creek release from Hobbs works a treat.
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February 19, 2025
Sorby Adams Gudilly Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay NV
For those seeking simplicity, this non-vintage fizz from Sorby Adams is not an overly complex wine.
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February 19, 2025
Varney Wines E.O.I Arinto 2024
Alan Varney has a knack for tinkering with a few things and pulling out a gem. Here we go again with this Arinto. Potentially a one-off an...
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February 16, 2025
Lino Ramble Dot to Dot Arinto 2024
Tasted alongside the Varney Wines E.O.I. Arinto 2024 , this Lino Ramble Dot to Dot Arinto is a clean-cut expression made to produce a ligh...
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February 16, 2025
Hobbs Tin Lids Aria Secca Shiraz 2023
A really impressive Barossa Shiraz from Hobbs. The label says 14.6% alcohol but that certainly doesn't seem the case given the energy ...
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February 16, 2025
Hobbs Tin Lids Shiraz Cabernet 2023
It was an interesting exercise to taste this alongside the Tin Lids Aria Secca Shiraz with the former showing more vibrance and appeal th...
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February 16, 2025
Auld Family Wines Wilberforce Cabernet Shiraz 2021
A 2021 release for $35 sounds like an enticing deal but I found this Auld Family Wines Wilberforce Cabernet Shiraz a bit so-so. Given ever...
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February 16, 2025
Levantine Hill Levant Pinot Noir 2024
Readily available via a supermarket chain, this Levantine Hill Levant Pinot Noir label has taken a facelift and the new look offers a more...
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February 14, 2025
Holm Oak Fearless Pinot Noir 2023
The back of the label has the words "Nune est bibendum" emblazoned on it meaning "Now is the time to drink". That may ...
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February 13, 2025
Holm Oak Pinot Noir 2024
A classic and ever-reliable expression of Pinot Noir from Holm Oak, grab this purely for its reliability and consistency year to year.
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February 13, 2025
Holm Oak Chardonnay 2024
Yes please! Amped and armed to delight, this lean and pristine Chardonnay from Holm Oak sizzles.
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February 13, 2025
Even Keel Reserve Shiraz 2023
Dense but with rounded edges, this is a great Shiraz from Heathcote and I just want in. This Reserve is a step up from its sibling in the ...
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February 12, 2025
Holm Oak Arneis 2024
The only Arneis grown in Tasmania, this release from Holm Oak is a ripper. A wine of interest and depth, count me in!
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February 12, 2025
Tapanappa Tiers 1.5m Chardonnay 2024
Wow! This is something. I know many prefer the Tiers Chardonnay , but for the last two years I have leaned towards this 1.5m and I don...
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February 10, 2025
Levantine Hill Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
This is a lovely drink. Sleek, silky and with fine lines, it highlights just how underrated Yarra Cabernet can be. This is a great Estate ...
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February 10, 2025
Rusty Mutt Original Shiraz 2021
With a dangerously moreish flow, this is the best Rusty Mutt Original Shiraz to come across this tasting bench. The more it opens up, the ...
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February 10, 2025
Holm Oak Protégé Pinot Noir 2024
Deliberately made to be bright and approachable, this easy-going Protégé Pinot Noir from Holm Oak oozes crowd-pleasing appeal.
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February 10, 2025
Tapanappa Tiers Chardonnay 2024
Concentrated and focused, let this Tapanappa Tiers Chardonnay breathe for now or give it some bottle age and it will pay you back in spade...
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February 09, 2025
Even Keel Heathcote Shiraz 2023
Full-bodied without the clout, let this Heathcote Shiraz open up and you are in business. From the makers of Polperro, this Even Keel rele...
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February 09, 2025
Purple Hands Barossa Shiraz 2023
A bigger and more robust style than the 2022 , this Purple Hands Barossa Shiraz is much drier than its predecessor.
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February 09, 2025
Auld Family Wines Rosé 2024
The texture and depth have my interest - yes! A Rosé from Auld Family Wines that's a little left of centre and I like it, a lot.
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February 09, 2025
Huntington Estate Tim Stevens Signature Shiraz 2019
In the old-school Shiraz mould, this is a wine that didn't light things up for me. Sure, there are those who enjoy this style but afte...
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February 09, 2025
Auld Family Wines Wilberforce Riesling 2024
It's peak Riesling season at the moment and this Wilberforce Riesling from Auld Family Wines will easily take the sting out of a hot d...
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February 07, 2025
3 Rings Shiraz 2023
A big and generous dose of Barossa Shiraz, this 3 Rings will satisfy the urge of a midweek glass.
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February 07, 2025
Planta Circa Ancestor Vine Shiraz 2023
What an excellent example of contemporary Barossa Shiraz this is! Vibrant, evocative and seductive, this Planta Circa Ancestor Vine Shiraz...
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February 06, 2025
Oenotri Montepulciano 2023
The Oenotri Montepulciano 2022 was excellent but this 2023 has just a little more polish if that is at all possible. Damn, it's tasty...
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February 05, 2025
Tapanappa Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay 2024
Tapanappa = great wine and from the fifth successive cool vintage, this Piccadilly Valley Chardonnay doesn't disappoint.
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February 05, 2025
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