Hentley Farm Brass Monkey Vineyards Pinot Grigio 2016
This is the fourth release of this Pinot Grigio but my first look at it. Half was fermented in stainless steel and the remainder in oak wi...
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9 years ago
Giant Steps Syrah 2015
Indulgent. Seductive. Immaculate. A blend of fruit parcels from the Tarraford, Sexton and Lonestar vineyards, 40% whole bunches steal th...
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9 years ago
Watershed Awakening Chardonnay 2014
I have fond memories of Watershed - my wife and I lunched there whilst on our honeymoon many years ago - a great spot! The more I think ab...
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9 years ago
Fox Gordon The Dark Prince Nero d'Avola 2015
We have a live one here. Bursting with freshness, I just want in. Attractive aromas of red berries, choc mint, and a sweet smell of clov...
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9 years ago
De Iuliis Rosé 2016
Perfect for picnics and that's just how I enjoyed it. Made from Sangiovese grapes grown on the De Iuliis Lovedale Road vineyard, the...
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9 years ago
Fox Gordon Princess Fiano 2015
A delightful wine singing with layers of interest. Sliced apples, pears and fresh herbs. Add to that some textural appeal, a creamy touc...
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9 years ago
Heritage Estate Shiraz 2012
After a long few days I came home late last night and just wanted to sooth the soul with some wine therapy. I had a quick dig in the cel...
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9 years ago
Gundog Estate The Chase Semillon 2016
This is the last of the Gundog Estate wines I've had a look at from this batch of samples and the bar seems to keep getting higher and...
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9 years ago
Margan White Label Semillon 2015
This is a great drink. Loaded with citrus, a year on the freshness is still king but the dial has been turned down a tad. Juicy lemons, ...
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9 years ago
Mezzo Shiraz Mataro 2015
Shiraz Mataro - not a common blend but one I'd like to see more of. I made some myself in 2014 so I have a vested interested in it. I...
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9 years ago
Margan Aged Release Semillon 2011
A fantastic aged Semillon release from a great Hunter vintage. Clean and crisp, toast characteristic synonymous with aged Semillon begin...
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9 years ago
Gundog Estate Hunter's Semillon 2016
Easy drinking Semillons like these are so underrated - I'm a big fan of how Hunter winemakers are now attacking the market with gems l...
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9 years ago
Squealing Pig Hawkes Bay Syrah 2015
This is the first Syrah release in the range making it five all up now including Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir Rosé and Central ...
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9 years ago
Yalumba Y Series Riesling 2016
Happy hunting is finding this on special for ten bucks. This certainly punches above its weight. Floral aromas and plenty of citrus in...
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9 years ago
Yalumba Y Series Pinot Grigio 2016
Good stuff here for an RRP of 15 bucks. There's some depth with fruit that fills out well. Curious aromas get the attention - thin...
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9 years ago
Oxford Landing Chardonnay 2016
Whiffs of margarine, yellow flowers and sunflowers. Faint yellow peach, subtle honey mead and cinnamon like spice which lingers. No heavy ...
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9 years ago
Yalumba Y Series Sauvignon Blanc 2016
Tropical and citrus fruit takes charge here with less of the grassy stuff seen in its distant cousin Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc . Le...
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9 years ago
Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc 2016
A simple Sauv that will please those looking for a cheap, uncomplicated drink. Tropical fruits, cut grass, and slight pineapple husk aro...
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9 years ago
Oxford Landing Pinot Grigio 2016
Spiced poached pear on a podium finish in a two man race. There's nothing else apart from some apple competing. That pear sits in th...
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9 years ago
Gundog Estate Wild Semillon 2016
Smart Semillon. Enough to send you wild, pun intended. Wild fermentation took place on skins and some residual sugar has also been retai...
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9 years ago
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