River View Rosé 2019
It's not often you see a new release Rosé at four years of age but here we are. A Rosé with some depth and muscle, this is best served...
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March 04, 2023
River View Chardonnay 2018
An easy drinking Chardonnay but it's one of those wines where I found the aromas more enticing and vibrant than the flavour profile.
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March 04, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Hoffman DV Shiraz 2021
Boom! The power and the poise. The longevity of this Shiraz will have you punching the air no end. With superb structure and balance, go her...
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March 01, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Primrose Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Right in the slot, this is an impressive Cabernet. Sure it's young but brace yourself for what the future holds. I must admit, Barossa...
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March 01, 2023
Pikes The Hill Block Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Touted as one of the best Hill Block releases, time will be the ultimate measure. For now, there is no disputing the excellent quality of ...
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February 26, 2023
Briar Ridge Briar Hill Chardonnay 2021
A single vineyard wine showing all the little things that glisten. Delicacy, depth, balance and length, it's an impressive Hunter Vall...
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February 26, 2023
Briar Ridge Signature Stockhausen Chardonnay 2021
There is plenty going on here to amuse those who enjoy a Hunter Valley Chardonnay. More people should dive into the beauty that the region...
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February 26, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Barossa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
A blend of two Barossa Cabernet vineyards, one at each end of the valley. Although it took a little time to get going, it showed some grea...
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February 26, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Nuri Ancestor Vines Shiraz 2021
Brett Hayes' ability to gather fruit from unique vineyards is quite impressive. From a vineyard behind the old Penfold's winery in...
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February 24, 2023
Briar Ridge Dairy Hill Semillon 2022
Go back to 2013 and this Dairy Hill Semillon was winning every trophy under the sun and deservedly so. With a proven ability to age, it...
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February 24, 2023
Briar Ridge Stockhausen Signature Semillon 2022
I really love this label. What a fine tribute to the late Karl Stockhausen who did so much for the Hunter Valley. This Semillon exudes som...
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February 24, 2023
Tim Smith Mataro 2022
I'm not sure who loves Mataro more, Tim Smith or Andrew Seppelt. A pay-per-view street fight in Tanunda may settle it best. This 2022 ...
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February 23, 2023
Briar Ridge Limited Release Fiano 2022
I dig this. A great Fiano from the Hunter Valley courtesy of Briar Ridge.
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February 23, 2023
Briar Ridge Limited Released Albarino 2022
Vibrant with a little textural appeal, this refreshing white is ready for those warm days.
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February 23, 2023
Pikes Il Premio Reserve Sangiovese 2021
What a beauty! This Sangiovese is quite charming and ready to embrace a classic Italian dish. Armed with a sip slow moreishness, get comfy...
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February 23, 2023
Pikes The EWP Reserve Shiraz 2021
Dripping with class - wow. Kick back and embrace an arm armchair ride through the pleasure zone. A glorious Shiraz from the Clare Valley.
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February 21, 2023
Tim Smith Grenache 2022
This is a bomb of pleasure that thrusts itself in your direction. Take a seat, get comfortable and pour large. Another excellent Tim Smith...
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February 21, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Barossa Valley Shiraz 2021
A blend of vineyards from the northern Barossa, this is a Shiraz that brings happiness and comfort in equal doses.
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February 21, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Fromm Single Vineyard Shiraz 2021
This is a beauty and just gets better and better. I thought it was on fire on day two of tasting but it continued to impress as time went ...
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February 15, 2023
Hayes Family Wines Primrose Single Vineyard Shiraz 2021
If you enjoy richer styles, this Single Vineyard Primrose Shiraz release would be well placed in your cellar. Owner Brett Hayes says this ...
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February 15, 2023
Yelland and Papps Shiraz 2022
A Barossa Shiraz that is more focused on good times than getting in deep, this is a great wine to splash in some glasses and kick back with....
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February 14, 2023
Angullong Fossil Hill Montepulciano 2021
What a great drink this is. It's rich, generous and loaded with interest. Monte Australian style smashing the brief.
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February 14, 2023
Yelland and Papps Blanc 2022
If you enjoy Chardonnay you'd be sure to enjoy Roussanne and no one does it better than Yelland and Papps. Now with four interpretatio...
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February 12, 2023
Shaw Wines Eden Valley Riesling 2022
This is new for Shaw Wines. I haven't seen them draw fruit from outside their immediate locality in the Canberra district til now. A w...
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February 12, 2023
Yelland and Papps Vin De Soif 2022
If you only drink 95+ point wines, jog on. But if juicy and silky is in your wheelhouse, the slurp factor of this Grenache/Cinsault/Mataro...
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February 12, 2023
Mount Langhi Bili Bili Shiraz 2021
It's been a while since I've seen a Billi Billi Shiraz. The last time was at a wedding many years ago. Classic function centre win...
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February 12, 2023
Shaw Wines Estate Rosé 2022
An interesting pair of varieties thrown together for this Rosé but it works. A little darker in the glass with a cranberry juice tinge, it...
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February 12, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Eighteen Fifteen Chardonnay 2022
The Chardonnay from Mayfield's Orange vineyard sits nearly 900 metres above sea level. There is some pleasing complexity about this wi...
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February 06, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Backyard Riesling 2022
A smart Riesling from a new producer to me. From Orange, NSW, the minerally drive and cool climate vibe sing all the joyful things.
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February 06, 2023
Mayfield Vineyard Sophie's Godmother Sauvignon Blanc 2022
The New South Wales Orange region produces some great examples of Sauvignon Blanc. This tight and zesty release goes down really well.
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February 06, 2023
