Holm Oak Riesling 2025

 

I've seen a number of Holm Oak wines in recent years, but I haven't come across the Riesling since tasting the 2012. It's good to be back. This 2025 is in the slot.

Smallwater Estate Roze 2025

 

Zinfandel Rosé in this case is named Roze - I see what you've done there...

Smallwater Estate Shiraz 2023

 

A Shiraz with plenty of ageing potential, it opened up wonderfully over a few days of tasting.

Bakkheia Aequitas Tempranillo 2023

 

There is a rustic simplicity here, yet it's generous with arms wide open. From Geographe producer Bakkheia, this organic Tempranillo builds pleasure and interest in equal doses.

Vineyard 28 Nebbiolo 2021

 

An excellent Nebbiolo from where you'd never guess. Damn, I just want to drain the bottle, and perhaps I did.

Green Door Amphora Reserve Tempranillo 2021

This is a really cool wine. It's the first time I have seen the wines from Geographe's Green Door Wines and I'm thrilled to have been introduced to them. Both the Fiano and now this Tempranillo have impressed to no end. Both fermented in amphora, they are worth tracking down.

Willow Bridge Estate Solana Tempranillo 2023

 

Right in the slot for a reliable pizza wine or ready for a casual gathering, this Willow Bridge Estate Solana Tempranillo will please those who are within arm's reach.

Oakridge Blanc de Blancs 2018

 

Finesse and delicacy are the buzzwords that skip around as I taste this Oakridge Blanc de Blancs.

Hayes Family Wines Estate Shiraz 2023

 

A blend of the Shiraz blocks that surround the Hayes Family Wines cellar door, this is a wine of depth, interest and flavour.