Juniper Estate Malbec 2025

 


Oh, this is good. Very, very good. A modern take on Malbec that embraces vibrancy and drinkability without sacrificing depth, this is a wine that deserves your attention. 

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Higher Plane Two to Tango Cabernet Malbec 2023

 


Cabernet Malbec can often veer toward the traditional, but this release from Higher Plane feels like a more modern and contemporary take on the blend - winning! 

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Ballandean Estate Opera Block Shiraz 2024

 

The Opera Block at Ballandean Estate is just behind the winery and is named as such after the regular Opera in the Vineyards concerts were held on an adjacent stage. Sadly, this event is no more but the Shiraz and Chardonnay from these vines keep belting out the tunes.

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Head Wines Heart and Home Shiraz 2023

 

A blend drawn from four Barossa vineyards, this Head Wines Heart & Home Shiraz carries plenty of regional character. 

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Head Wines RED GSM 2022

 

A 60/20/20 GSM blend that leans into the savoury side, this Head Wines RED GSM opens with aromas of black earth, boot polish and chocolate before strawberry and red cherry cameos add a welcome flash of brightness. 
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Domain Paul Mas Coté Mas Syrah 2024

 

From the south of France comes this Syrah that delivers stylistic simplicity.
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Grant Nash Mourvedre Grenache Shiraz 2022

 

A slightly different take on the classic GSM, this blend from Grant Nash Wines hands the keys to Mourvèdre and lets its earthy, meaty personality rule the house. 

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Sorby Adams Gudilly Moscato 2026

 

Made for fun in the sun, this bright and energetic Moscato brings a slight spritz that will be sure to heighten its enjoyment factor.

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Ross Hill Pinnacle Series Pinot Gris 2025

 

Grown at 1020 metres above sea level, this Ross Hill Pinnacle Series Pinot Gris brings both freshness and texture to the table. 
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Ross Hill Pinnacle Series Sauvignon Blanc 2025

 

From Australia’s first Climate Active certified carbon neutral winery now celebrating ten years of that achievement, Ross Hill Wines has plenty to talk about before the bottle is even opened, right down to the label produced with 30% recycled content.

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Travellers Rosé 2025

 

A blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Vermentino from Queensland’s Granite Belt, this Rosé lands firmly in the dry style camp and does so with plenty of charm. 

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Sorby Adams Gudilly Pinot Noir 2025

 

A wine more about approachability than grandstanding, this Sorby Adams Gudilly Pinot Noir knows exactly what it is, and more importantly, doesn’t try to be anything else. 
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Cael's Gate Samuel Tempranillo 2025

 

From the Broke Fordwich subregion of the Hunter Valley, this Tempranillo from Cael's Gate arrives with plenty of intent.

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Head Wines RED Grenache 2025

 

The fusion of four Barossa and Eden Valley sites delivers a Grenache that bowls down the line with reliable line and length.

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Bethany Blue Quarry Contours Vineyard Grenache 2024

 

Sleek, sexy and carrying a little more depth than first impressions suggest, this Bethany Blue Quarry Contours Vineyard Grenache is immediately engaging. 
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Bethany Blue Quarry Manse Vineyard Grenache 2024

 

Not as expensive as its Contours Vineyard stablemate, this Manse Vineyard Grenache offers a fuller, weightier expression from the outset.

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Usher Tinkler Tinkemans Shiraz 2023

Off the back of the Royal Queensland Wine Show, I was known for some of my interesting (and perhaps entertaining) tasting notes. A wine of detail and complexity, this Usher Tinkler Shiraz offers plenty of interest to explore.

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Ballandean Estate Saperavi 2023

 

What makes Saperavi unique is its red flesh. One of the first to plant the variety in Australia (2008), Ballandean Estate continues to be a high performer.

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Gilberts Wines Riesling 2025

 

Cool, fresh and super inviting, this Mount Barker Riesling is all about purity, energy and summertime pleasure.

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Vinteltoper Touriga 2021

 

More of a muscular and earthy Touriga, this release from Vinteloper is sourced from Langhorne Creek.

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Usher Tinkler Big Bad Bill Semillon 2024

 

Fresh, textural and effortless, this is Hunter Valley Semillon with a contemporary twist.

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Varney Wines Mencia 2025

 

A thrilling Mencia, this 2025 release from Varney Wines is nothing short of excellent. Said to be for members only, bugger that and bang the door down. Tell Alan I sent you.

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Vinteloper Shiraz 2025

 

The back label is emblazoned with the words "Not the Shiraz your dad drinks", and it wouldn't be. But I reckon you could convert him over to this ripping expression from Vinteloper. What a cracker!

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Grant Nash Lunch GSM 2023

 

Affectionately called the Lunch Wine, this GSM from Grant Nash Wines is a delicious yin and yang balance of fruit and savoury delight.

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Ballandean Estate Nebbiolo 2024

 

You could say that this Nebbiolo from Ballandean Estate is an Aussie take on the famed, drink-now Langhe Nebbiolo style. Alluring aromas and savoury complexity capture the essence of the variety.

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Tout Prêt BBQ Shiraz 2025

 


Hitting the Qwine tasting bench from Rutherglen, this medium-bodied BBQ Shiraz smashes the brief for an approachable and easy-drinking drop that is armed and ready for casual gatherings.

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Jericho Bracken Vineyard Shiraz 2024

 

A fair chunk of oak plays its hand with this Jericho Bracken Vineyard Shiraz.

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Travellers Key Keg 20L Vermentino 2025

 

Bright and fresh with a neat textural feel, these Travellers 20L Key Kegs are a good on-premise solution to keep wines fresh as well as minimising packaging.

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Gilberts Wines Estate Chardonnay 2025

 

From Mount Barker comes this barrel-fermented Chardonnay from Gilberts Wines.

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