Barambah Vineyard Selection Red 2008
Made for everyday consumption, this drop was good for what it delivered. It's not complex nor will it scoop the pool at a wine show, b...
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October 21, 2012
Tobin Wines Lily Chardonnay 2012
A refreshing wine and then some. This unwooded Chardonnay presents beautifully and depicts exactly what winemaker Adrian Tobin has set out...
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October 19, 2012
Bimbadgen Rose 2012
This is a Rosé with some funk factor. Predominantly Hunter Valley Shiraz with a dollop of Gewurztraminer from Orange, the two work sple...
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October 19, 2012
Evans & Tate Metricup Road Chardonnay 2010
Plenty to like about this. Structure, length, lovely aromatics, and the price. Opening with nectarine and peach characters on the nose w...
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October 18, 2012
Bimbadgen Verdelho 2012
Coming from the Estate Range of wines, fresh tropical fruit salad and gentle passionfruit characters arouse the nose. Verdelho can be ...
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October 17, 2012
Brand's Laira Blockers Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
If you are looking for a Cabernet ticking all the boxes and not burning a hole in your wallet, grab hold of this. I lined this up agains...
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October 15, 2012
Zeppelin Eden Valley Riesling 2011
A lot of people are turning their heads towards Riesling, and seriously, why wouldn't you! There is so much to like about this versati...
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October 14, 2012
Evans & Tate Redbrook Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
I was really looking forward to getting amongst this, but it just didn't light my fire. A great introduction of red fruits, dry herb...
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October 14, 2012
Barwang Hilltops Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Nothing fancy here, it's just an easy drinking Cabernet from the Hilltops region. Blackberries, charred oak and even salami aromas g...
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October 12, 2012
Tobin Wines "Kate" Sauvignon Blanc 2010
A recent trip to the Granite Belt found me sitting at the bench of Tobin Wines in Ballandean. Adrian Tobin is at the helm and his passio...
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October 11, 2012
Zeppelin Single Vineyard Shiraz 2010
A fairly good drop representing decent value. Made with single vineyard fruit and minimal intervention - hand picked, basket pressed, ag...
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October 11, 2012
Partisan Black Label Shiraz 2009
This is a big wine and appropriate precautions need to be taken to ensure there are no casualties - a seated position preferred with a big...
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October 10, 2012
Ridgemill Estate "Eloise" Blanc de Blanc 2011
Ridgemill's first release sparkling was named "Eloise" after the owner's first grand daughter. A Blanc de Blanc with t...
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October 09, 2012
Montalto Estate Pinot Noir 2010
There are so many aspects of this wine which I would normally gravitate to, but for some reason, something just didn't hit the spot fo...
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October 09, 2012
Oliver's Taranga HJ Reserve Shiraz 2008
Wow. Wow. Wow! This blew my socks off. So much so it will be on my Christmas table. Described as "ultra premium", it certainl...
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October 08, 2012
Saltram Mamre Brook Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
A wine which is polished and ready to drink now but will also reward cellaring. Aromas of chocolate, dense plum and char. Oak is there b...
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October 03, 2012
De Iuliis Sunshine Vineyard Semillon 2012
If you like young Semillon, pop this on your shopping list quick smart. Green apples and fresh cut herbs landed a big smile on my face. ...
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October 02, 2012
McWilliams Mt Pleasant Single Vineyard Lovedale Semillon 2007
Aged Semillon is something to behold. This wine from McWilliams Mount Pleasant in the Hunter Valley is superb. Jaw dropping, gob smacking...
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October 01, 2012
De Iuliis Chardonnay 2011
The onset of the warmer months had me sipping on this to quench my thirst after a warm spring day. Some great wines coming out of this s...
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September 28, 2012
McWilliams Mt Pleasant Old Paddock & Old Hill Shiraz 2010
There's a sexy feminine and masculine thing going on here...and damn, I really like it! Ideally, I'd love to see the single vine...
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September 28, 2012
Montalto Estate Chardonnay 2010
I am a fan of Chardonnay made with right balance of oak and fruit. This wine falls into that category for me. Coming from the Mornington...
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September 27, 2012
Catching Thieves Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc NV
A wine like this isn't made for critical analysis but for pure simple drinking pleasure, and I can see how it appeals to the masses. ...
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September 27, 2012
Oliver's Taranga Cadenzia Grenache 2010
Here's my tribute to Grenache Day, albeit a few days late. Plenty going on to indulge the senses. Spice is prominent with some earth...
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September 26, 2012
Under & Over Tumbarumba Chardonnay 2011
I wasn't sure of what may lay ahead of me looking at the label. Not much wow factor nor does it stand out against other labels. But fo...
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September 22, 2012
De Iuliis Hunter Valley LDR Shiraz 2011
Another terrific Hunter Valley Shiraz by De Iuliis. Sleek oak wraps up white pepper and red fruit aromas. There was a brightish element...
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September 20, 2012
Catching Thieves Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2011
An easy drinking style of Semillon Sauvignon Blanc from Margaret River and I can see how this runs out the door in many retail outlets. T...
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September 19, 2012
O'Leary Walker Watervale Riesling 2012
The last few years I have looked forward to the Riesling release by O'Leary Walker. A striking feature of the Watervale Riesling is ...
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September 19, 2012
McWilliams Hanwood Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Another good value drop from McWilliams. Plenty of currants and mixed berries - it took me back a few nights when I opened a pack of froze...
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September 17, 2012
McWilliams Hanwood Chardonnay 2009
Plenty going on with this cheapy. More of a woody Chardonnay than the fresh, more approachable style many winemakers are now aiming for. ...
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September 17, 2012
De Iuliis Hunter Valley Semillon 2012
This Semillon left me a little short changed I must admit. My first impressions were good - varietal features on the nose. Leafy, fresh cu...
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September 15, 2012
