Tenafeate Creek GSM 2022

 

Silky with a comforting embrace, this is a delicious GSM from Tenafeate Creek. Attractive aromas and great fruit combine to deliver a wine that oozes large pours and big comfy chairs.

Pikes Olga Emmie Riesling 2023

 

I've had the opportunity to taste a handful of off-dry Rieslings of late, and this Pikes Olga Emmie is the best of them. On first inspection, my mind rushes to my childhood with Whizz Fizz lemon sherbet and Pine Lime Splice cutting loose. Yum!

Tenafeate Creek Judgement Shiraz 2021

 

That colour! So bold and dense. The flagship wine from Tenafeate Creek, this Judgement Shiraz is rich and generous and it deserves to be tucked away for some time yet.

Tenafeate Creek Riesling 2023

 

A serving of hot chips or some battered fish (or both) is the order of the day to help this Riesling along on its way.

Arila Gardens Ironstone and Quartz Gardens Shiraz 2022

 

Review number 600 for the year so let's make it worth celebrating. I present another brilliant Shiraz from Barossa producer Arila Gardens. This Ironstone and Quartz Garden 2022 is in the zone.

Oxford Landing One to One Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

 

Really good Cabernet for not a lot, I thought this was the best in the range. Check this new One to One release from Oxford Landing.

Oxford Landing One to One Merlot 2021

 

An approachable wine without the glitz and glamour, sometimes you need a reliable wine like this Merlot from Oxford Landing's new One to One range.

Oxford Landing One to One Shiraz 2021

 

A bag of Burger Rings will partner this just Shiraz just fine.

Oxford Landing One to One Rosé 2023

 

An uncomplicated, no-fuss Rosé that is easy to befriend from Oxford Landing' new One to One range.

Oxford Landing One to One Brut Cuvée NV

 

A new label in the Oxford Landing range that delivers an easy drinking fizz with crowd-pleasing appeal.

Schwarz Wine Co Grenache Blanc 2023

 

Hasn't Grenache Blanc seen a meteoric rise in the Barossa of late? A few years ago it was barely around, now there are several producers throwing it about with more plantings to come. This release from Schwarz Wine Co is tops. I love the mouthfeel and textural presence.

Wildly Organic Cuvée NV

 

The flavour train has left the station and it appears this fizz didn't jump on board.

Vinya Vella Old Bush Vine Grenache 2022

 

One from left field, and bang, we have a home run! What a pretty and delicious Grenache from the Barossa's Vinya Vella!

Arila Gardens Sand Garden Grenache 2022

 

Absolutely awesome! Adjectives just don't work here so it's best that you get this Arila Gardens Sand Garden Grenache 2022 into your glass.

Vinya Vella Grenache Rosé 2023

 

Bone-dry and savoury, picnics are a go-go with this Vinya Vella bush vine Grenache Rosé in your glass. It's a solid drink for those sun-shining days.

Pikes The Merle Reserve Riesling 2023

 

The Clare Valley Riesling highlights just keep coming. This Pikes The Merle Reserve 2023 is brilliant! It possesses a tang that just grabs you and holds you to ransom. Come at me!

Hutton Vale Off Dry Riesling 2023

 

An off-dry Riesling from Hutton Vale Farm ready to take the sting out of your curry night.

Hutton Vale Farm Riesling 2023

 

A pretty Eden Valley Riesling waiting for your empty glass. Smart gear this.

Pertaringa Understudy Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

 

What a lovely, approachable Cabernet we have here.

Limefinger Solace Polish Hill River Riesling 2023

 

Just when you think the 2023 Clare Valley Rieslings can't get any better, along comes the Limefinger Solace. Woah! This is Riesling at its absolute peak. Purity, class, all that. Just wow.