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.
Qwine
July 10, 2026
Showing posts with label Hunter Valley. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Hunter Valley. Show all posts
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 d...
Qwine
July 09, 2026
Usher Tinkler Big Bad Bill Semillon 2024
Fresh, textural and effortless, this is Hunter Valley Semillon with a contemporary twist.
Qwine
July 08, 2026
Usher Tinkler Reserve Shiraz 2023
Leading with a savoury and brooding aroma profile, be sure to give this Usher Tinkler Reserve Shiraz a decant before serving.
Qwine
June 26, 2026
Cael's Gate Semillon 2026
A new producer to me, in comes this Hunter Valley Semillon from Cael's Gate.
Qwine
June 25, 2026
Cael's Gate Verdelho 2026
From the Fordwich sub-region of the Hunter comes this Cael's Gate Verdelho.
Qwine
June 25, 2026
Usher Tinkler Devil's Kitchen Pinot Noir 2025
Quite a different wine to the captivating and utterly delicious 2024 release , this Devil's Kitchen Pinot Noir from Usher Tinkler took...
Qwine
June 22, 2026
Gundog Estate Indomitus Albus 2025
Thoughtful experimentation sums up the Indomitus range of wines from Gundog Estate. This Albus Semillon sits on skins for 175 days and is ...
Qwine
March 10, 2026
Usher Tinkler Paper Wasp Chardonnay 2025
Off the back of an excellent 2024 debut , the 2025 edition of the Usher Tinkler Paper Wasp Chardonnay elevates its standing and demands at...
Qwine
February 22, 2026
Usher Tinkler Reserve Chardonnay 2023
I've seen quite the evolution with Usher Tinkler's Chardonnay in recent years. He's nailed the Paper Wasp for quality and pri...
Qwine
February 16, 2026
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.
Qwine
December 10, 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...
Qwine
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.
Qwine
December 07, 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.
Qwine
December 05, 2025
Tyrrell's Vat 1 Semillon 2019
Semillon is the Hunter Valley's gift to wine lovers and this Tyrrell's Vat 1 2019 is in elite form once again.
Qwine
October 07, 2025
Huntington Estate Pinot Noir Dry Rosé 2025
Recent releases of this Pinot Noir Rosé from Mudgee's Huntington Estate have hit the mark and this 2025 is no different. Get around it...
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September 29, 2025
Tyrrell's Vat 47 Chardonnay 2023
A licence to thrill. I do adore the Tyrrell's HVD but this Tyrrell's Vat 47 is a killer.
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September 25, 2025
Tyrrell's Vat 9 Shiraz 2024
At the foot of greatness, be sure to bow at the altar. This Tyrrell's Vat 9 is in supreme order. Buy up and hold. Just hold.
Qwine
September 18, 2025
Tyrrell’s Vat 63 Chardonnay Semillon 2025
Open the curtains wide enough and you'll see both the Chardonnay and Semillon fruit shine radiantly in the frame. A beautiful drink th...
Qwine
September 18, 2025
Usher Tinkler Wines Devil's Kitchen Pinot Noir 2024
This is a belter of a Pinot from a place you'd least expect. Named the Devil's Kitchen due to the numerous clones that have been ble...
Qwine
August 05, 2025
