Geoff Merrill G&W Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
Released with eight years of ageing already done for you, this Geoff Merrill Cabernet quietly improved over the few days it was open.
Qwine
June 06, 2026
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Geoff Merrill Jacko's Shiraz 2018
Eight years young, this is only the early days for this long lifer from Geoff Merrill. A bold and full-throttle delivery is clear from the...
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June 06, 2026
First Drop Forza Nebbiolo 2018
With some gentle encouragement, this Adelaide Hills Nebbiolo from Firs Drop Wines slowly emerged from its chrysalis.
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May 07, 2026
Patrick of Coonawarra Block 5 Aged Riesling 2018
Terrific drinking from Patrick of Coonawarra, a label known for delivering premium Riesling, which ages superbly.
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April 24, 2026
Raidis Estate The Trip 2018
A wine with great bones, the best barrels make it into Raidis Estate's flagship Cabernet.
Qwine
December 07, 2025
Pewsey Vale The Contours Riesling 2018
A museum release in superb order. Oh, aged Riesling is a beautiful thing and this Contours 2018 from Pewsey Vale is divine.
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November 07, 2025
Oakridge Blanc de Blancs 2018
Finesse and delicacy are the buzzwords that skip around as I taste this Oakridge Blanc de Blancs.
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September 03, 2025
Castello di Neive Santa Stefano Riserva Barbaresco DOCG 2018
Only produced in the best years, the Castello di Neive Santa Stefano Riserva Barbaresco DOCG 2018 is a compelling expression of site and va...
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July 25, 2025
Kyberd Hills Wines Brigadier Pinot Noir 2018
This is the first time Kyberd Hills Wines have come across the bench and the Chardonnays and these Pinots have had a neat consistency. Wit...
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March 10, 2025
Huntington Estate Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
From one of the foundation blocks on the Huntington Estate site, this Block 3 Grand Reserve Cabernet is an absolute ripper.
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February 05, 2025
Lambrook Emerson Sparkling Pinot Noir 2018
Wonderfully balanced with a lethal alluring complexity, this Lambrook Emerson is an excellent sparkling wine that impressed me deluxe.
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January 26, 2025
Levantine Hill Samantha's Paddock Mélange Traditionnel 2018
Absolutely brilliant, this Levantine Hill Samantha's Paddock is a keeper. Demonstrating superb development over several days of tastin...
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August 13, 2024
Rusty Mutt Vermilion Bird Shiraz 2018
Woah! If fistfuls of oak are your thing, this is your weapon. Of the three Rusty Mutt Vermilion Bird Shiraz wines tasted in a mini vertica...
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August 13, 2024
Levantine Hill Melissa's Paddock Syrah 2018
An engaging and silky Syrah from Levantine Hill, give it some time to find its groove and you are in for a treat.
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July 28, 2024
Cape Barren Rare Bird Shiraz 2018
Just like a butterfly, give this some time to emerge from its chrysalis and you'll be rewarded deluxe. Rich and dense, this Rare Bird ...
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March 29, 2024
Golden Grove Estate Gran Reserva Tempranillo 2018
It's fair to say not many handle Tempranillo like this in Australia and the longevity this exudes is a credit to the making. From the ...
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March 04, 2024
Zema Estate Family Selection Shiraz 2018
The Family Selection range of wines from Zema Estate sees their best fruit parcels brought together to express and highlight their patch o...
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February 15, 2024
Zema Estate Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
A quick whiff and a taste and the words "in the zone" immediately spring to mind. This is a fabulous Coonawarra Cabernet. Better...
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February 13, 2024
Wild Game The Dame Shiraz 2018
These Wild Game wines are proven to age well. Already with six years under its belt, this Dame Shiraz doesn't feel as though it's ...
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January 30, 2024
Paulmara Estates Aristotle Shiraz 2018
Give this Aristotle Shiraz from Paulmara Estates some time to open up and it shines like the wheels on a muscle car.
Qwine
December 21, 2023
