QWine Reviews

d'Arenberg Dead Arm Shiraz 2014

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This is the most enjoyable Dead Arm release I've had the pleasure of tasting in recent years. A few glasses went through to the keepe...

Philip Shaw The Idiot Shiraz 2015

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Good label, eye-catching name. Good drinking Shiraz too. One for a steak and a lazy night in I say.

Comyns & Co Black Cluster Shiraz 2016

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My first look at Scott Comyns' new 2016 reds. A tough vintage to make a debut mind you but he's done the job here. Small batch Hu...

David Hook Reserve De Novo Bianco 2014

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A blend of Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc from the Central Ranges sure to pass the roast chook test.

Forester Estate Chardonnay 2016

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Here's a ripping bargain for Chardonnay fans to track down. This wine ticks all the boxes with ease. Listed at $34 on the website, I f...

Quartz Hill Mencia Rosé 2016

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A couple of months ago I had only tasted one Mencia in the form of Oliver's Taranga Chica Rosé. In that time another four have come t...

d'Arenberg The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2014

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There's lots to like about the 2014 icon releases from d'Arenberg. Cabernet Sauvignon on song here - a super drop.

Ten Minutes By Tractor 10X Pinot Gris 2016

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A delightful drink from an excellent producer. Plenty going on as you'd expect from TMBT.

Mitchell Wines Watervale Riesling 2016

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My first look at a Mitchell Riesling for a very long time. It's good to be back - disappointed I haven't been back sooner. Classy...

Jim Barry Watervale Riesling 2017

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Always a good drink. Always great value. Find it for under or around $15 and you're laughing.

David Hook Central Ranges Nebbiolo 2015

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A drink now rather than later Nebbiolo if there's such a thing, from Young in the Hilltops region of New South Wales.

d'Arenberg d'Arry's Original Shiraz Grenache 2014

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Always a solid return on this 'red stripe' classic. This 2014 is no different.

David Hook De Novo Rosso 2015

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A blend of Barbera, Nebbiolo and Sangiovese from the New South Wales Hilltops and Orange regions.

Deakin Estate River to Vine Cabernet Sauvignon 2016

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Ten buck Cabernet punching above its weight.

Deakin Estate River to Vine Shiraz 2016

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A new label for Deakin Estate celebrating the 'Mighty Murray' whose vineyards border one of the world's longest navigable riv...

Twisted Gum Moscato 2017

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This could be the best Moscato I have ever had. Mind you, I generally steer clear of the style so have little to compare it to. Perceptio...

Twisted Gum Cabernet Sauvignon 2013

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Coming off a small three hectare, dry grown vineyard, this is the best offering from Twisted Gum's current releases.

Quartz Hill Pyrenees Shiraz 2014

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I've had a couple of wines from Quartz Hill now. I know little about them but I'm yet to have a bad experience. Pyrenees Shiraz g...

d'Arenberg The Peppermint Paddock Sparkling NV

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I was once told Chambourcin is like eating a wet newspaper. Sometimes perceptions are best left at the door. This has Chambourcin. And Sh...

David Hook Central Ranges Vermentino 2016

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The Central Ranges aren't exactly a Vermentino hot spot. A fair wine this.

d'Arenberg The Hermit Crab Viognier Marsanne 2016

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One of the d'Arenberg staples is this Viognier Marsanne blend.

Windowrie The Mill Chardonnay 2016

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Simple pleasures here.

d'Arenberg The Ironestone Pressings GSM 2014

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More of a Grenache/Shiraz blend (72/25), this is a delicious release with a drop of Mourvedre (3%) for good measure.

Meerea Park XYZ Shiraz 2015

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Bright and light in appearance, a simple Shiraz.

Pikes Los Compañeros Shiraz Tempranillo 2014

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A great drink for a couple of flat mates or Los Compañeros (the Companions) chatting away watching some reality TV perhaps. Easy drinking ...

Tyrrell's Special Release Pinot Noir 2016

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The famed Vat 6 wasn't produced in 2016 and the fruit pushed to this label.

Twisted Gum Shiraz Cabernet 2014

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A blend coming off a small three hectare vineyard from Ballandean in the heart of Queensland's Granite Belt.

David Hook Central Ranges Sangiovese 2015

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An easy drinking red with the feet up on the dash enjoying the ride.

Tyrrell's Old Winery Pinot Noir 2015

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Easy drinking Hunter Valley Pinot Noir that's kind on the hip pocket.

Robert Oatley Signature Heathcote Shiraz 2014

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Heathcote Shiraz fit for steak night.
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