Oakridge 864 Funder & Diamond Drive Block Chardonnay 2023
If you were to be drinking a wine on a cloud, this Oakridge 864 Funder & Diamond Drive Block Chardonnay would be in your hand. Balance...
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November 16, 2025
Showing posts with label Yarra Valley. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Yarra Valley. Show all posts
Oakridge 864 Close Planted Syrah 2023
A gorgeous Syrah from Oakridge's close-planted vines, 5200 vines per hectare no less.
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November 11, 2025
Oakridge 864 Winery Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
A cool climate Cabernet masterclass, this Oakridge 864 Winery Block Cabernet is such a joyous and enticing thing.
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November 10, 2025
Soumah Crescent Moon Sparkling 2020
Made in the traditional method and seeing four years on lees has paid off beautifully here. A 55/45 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, th...
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October 23, 2025
Denton Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Tasted alongside its Shed label sibling, this Cabernet from Denton is the business. For an extra $10 or so, the investment is worth it.
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October 23, 2025
Denton Estate Shed Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
There are two Cabernets in the Denton stable and the Shed is its "entry" label, for one of a better word. This is an easy-going,...
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October 19, 2025
Oakridge 864 Aqueduct Block Henk Vineyard Chardonnay 2023
A masterpiece. An extraordinary wine. This is Scott Boland in a bottle - line and length hitting the top of off stump all day. Not many wi...
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October 15, 2025
Denton Estate Chardonnay 2024
This Chardonnay is absolutely worth shouting about from the rooftops. Denton Estate has knocked it out of the park and then some. Make no ...
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October 14, 2025
Denton Estate Pinot Noir 2024
Alluring from the outset, this Denton Estate Pinot Noir embraces its savoury side while maintaining enough fruit to keep things supple and...
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October 14, 2025
Denton Estate Nebbiolo 2021
The Yarra Valley has found a happy home for Nebbiolo. This is the first time I have seen one from Denton Estate.
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October 14, 2025
Oakridge 864 Hazeldene Vineyard Block 1 Pinot Noir 2024
Tight, compact with coiled tension. A bit like the Epstein files, this Oakridge 864 Hazeldene Vineyard Block 1 Pinot Noir is keeping its s...
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October 08, 2025
Oakridge Hyde Park Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Quite a different Cabernet to its Barkala sibling, this Hyde Park demonstrates more presence, vibe and lift. A wine with an impressive, r...
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September 30, 2025
Oakridge Barkala Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
I am a fan of Yarra Valley Cabernet. I see it as quite an underrated variety in the region that sits in the shadows of its Chardonnay and ...
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September 30, 2025
Soumah Hexham Chardonnay 2024
I like this. A lot! The polish and attractive sheen get my attention, not to mention the concentration. This Soumah Hexham Vineyard Chardo...
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September 10, 2025
Soumah Upper Ngumby Chardonnay 2024
I always look forward to the comparison between the two single vineyard Chardonnays that Soumah produce. The Upper Ngumby site is located ...
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September 10, 2025
Soumah Late Harvest Viognier 2024
A super sweet after-dinner treat to sip on or to pour over ice cream.
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September 09, 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
Soumah Barbera Nebbiolo 2024
Wild boar ragu is a cherished classic in the north-west of Italy, and given the roots of Barbera and Nebbiolo in this blend, a glass or tw...
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August 15, 2025
Oakridge Vineyard Series Hyde Park Shiraz 2023
Wonderfully medium bodied, there is a vibe and lift here that I like. This is cool climate Shiraz done well courtesy of the Oakridge Viney...
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August 10, 2025
Oakridge Vineyard Series Willowlake Pinot Noir 2023
The Vineyard Series Chardonnay from this site was irresistible, and this Oakridge Vineyard Series Willowlake Pinot Noir 2023 doesn't ...
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August 06, 2025
