Smith & Hooper Cabernet Merlot 2023
A better wine than its Merlot sibling, but it's worth noting that expectations begin from a fairly modest base.
Qwine
April 07, 2026
Showing posts with label Wrattonbully. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Wrattonbully. Show all posts
Patrick of Coonawarra Single Site Joanna Shiraz 2020
A generous and indulgent Shiraz from the Wrattonbully region that will be in peak form with the winter months approaching.
Qwine
March 30, 2026
Smith & Hooper Pinot Grigio 2025
An easy-going Pinot Grigio made for uncomplicated pleasure and drink now appeal.
Qwine
December 18, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Late Harvest 2024
Hello to this late harvest Sauvignon Blanc. It's been a while since I have seen one, to be honest. It's a style of wine that has d...
Qwine
August 14, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz 2023
There is a simplicity here. Not a bad thing, but it just doesn't have the complexity and depth I would have expected from this produce...
Qwine
August 12, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2023
An interesting Cabernet Franc from Terre à Terre Crayères that looked much better with some time to breathe, and that certainly helped it...
Qwine
August 10, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc 2023
The first release from the Crayères close-spaced vineyard, I felt this Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc 2023 would be be...
Qwine
August 06, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve 2021
Flavoursome and complex, the Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve 2021 is a concentrated dark fruit-driven blend from Wrattonbully.
Qwine
August 04, 2025
Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Cabernets Merlot Franc 2015
What a sheer privilege it was to taste this Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard blend 2015 alongside the new 2021 release . Brian Croser is relea...
Qwine
June 09, 2025
Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Cabernets Merlot Franc 2021
This Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Cabernets Merlot Franc 2021 is a slightly different blend to the 2015 that it was tasted alongside. Wha...
Qwine
June 09, 2025
Smith and Hooper Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2022
What a great Cabernet Merlot blend from Smith & Hooper! Sleek with great shape and balance, this is a ripping buy for $21.
Qwine
May 17, 2025
Smith and Hooper Merlot 2022
Clever buying for Merlot lovers, check this Smith & Hooper 2022.
Qwine
May 07, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2024
The best Sauvignon Blanc in Australia? I think so. For 35 bucks, this Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is a steal.
Qwine
April 22, 2025
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve 2020
Absolutely superb, this Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Reserve 2020 is a step up on previous releases. A 78/22 blend of Cabernet Sauvigno...
Qwine
July 31, 2024
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz 2022
A classic Australian claret Wrattonbully style and this smashes the brief. Vibrant and downright delicious, this is a fabulous Cabernet Sh...
Qwine
July 28, 2024
Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Cabernet Franc 2022
A brilliant drink! This Cabernet Franc with a dollop of Shiraz (9%) from Terre à Terre presses all the right buttons.
Qwine
July 24, 2024
Briar Ridge Big Bully Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Power and grace sum up this Big Bully from Briar Ridge best. Very Cabernet and showing all the varietal traits you'd expect, there is ...
Qwine
July 22, 2024
Terre à Terre Crayères Sauvignon Blanc 2023
I've said it before and I'm happy to say it again, this Terre à Terre Crayères Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is the best in Australia. ...
Qwine
July 17, 2024
Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Merlot Cabernet Franc 2019
Absolutely brilliant. A captivating and detailed wine with veneers of interest peeling back with ease, give this Tapanappa Whalebone Viney...
Qwine
June 22, 2024
Tapanappa Whalebone Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz 2019
The synergy and fusion captivate with this Tapanappa Whalebone Cabernet Shiraz. Joy and pleasure seep through every pore. A wine that evol...
Qwine
June 22, 2024
