Bimbadgen Regions Semillon Botrytis 2010
With the Easter weekend approaching, sweetness will consume you no doubt in the form of chocolate. And for those with a sweet tooth and an ...
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March 28, 2013
Yelland & Papps Second Take Grenache 2012
We've all seen that someone across the room or across the road who we'd love to meet. They look cool, hip and funky. But for som...
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March 26, 2013
Mitchelton Marsanne 2011
Marsanne is quite an intriguing variety. It can be made to drink fresh and is the perfect aperitif or it can be made for aging. Coming f...
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March 25, 2013
Bimbadgen Shiraz Viognier 2011
A savoury style Shiraz Viognier. Medium bodied, there are dark cherry flavours and juicy plums bobbing up nicely. The length is very goo...
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March 24, 2013
Bimbadgen Sparkling Rosé NV
Some serious guzzle factor here. A wine made purely for enjoyment and to share with friends. Made from Shiraz and Merlot fruit, there is...
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March 22, 2013
Brand's Laira August Tide Dry Red 2010
Berry nice! And when I say berry, that is exactly what dominates here. A blend headlined by Merlot with Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Ve...
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March 20, 2013
Running With Bulls Vermentino 2011
This is the last of the RWB Vermentino as we know it. A branding change will see the RWB label dedicated to the Spanish varietal Tempranil...
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March 19, 2013
Montalto Pennon Hill Pinot Grigio 2012
A small portion of this wine was barrel fermented in older oak, the result leaving some texture and good mouth feel. Aromas of green app...
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March 18, 2013
Deen De Bortoli Vat 5 Botrytis Semillon 2008
Hello bargain! There are plenty of "stickies" or dessert wines out there with many chasing over the $20 mark for a 375mL bottl...
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March 15, 2013
Montalto Pennon Hill Chardonnay 2012
This is the second label of three from Montalto. Wild yeast and barrel fermented for ten months in French oak barriques, the result is del...
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March 13, 2013
Brand's Laira Tall Vines Shiraz 2010
Not a refined or polished wine, but for those who enjoy a wine of such ilk, this may be for you. A touch of clove with freshly ground nu...
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March 12, 2013
Ballandean Estate Viognier 2012
Initially I poured the wine, had a sniff and then put the glass to my mouth to be met by a spritz type sensational. Taken by surprise I le...
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March 11, 2013
Seraphim Wines Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
The fruit for this wine comes from Dookie Hills which is thirty kilometres from Shepparton in Central Victoria. Initially quite firm, it...
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March 09, 2013
Brand's Laira One Seven One Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
I must say, this bowled me over. Although drinking beautifully now, this wine will certainly develop in the cellar easily seeing anothe...
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March 09, 2013
d'Arenberg The Galvo Garage 2008
d'Arenberg produce some most interesting blends, and this is another which not only engages interest but does the job well. A blend ...
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March 08, 2013
Running With Bulls Barossa Tempranillo 2011
This is a good wine but nothing flashy. It's earthy with a strawberry like lift. There are even some rare steak type aromas. Some sa...
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March 08, 2013
Cumulus Estate Climbing Pinot Gris 2012
There's plenty of Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio out there with an identity crisis lacking varietal character and spunk. Some even blur t...
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March 07, 2013
Brand's Laira Stentiford's Shiraz 2008
I was hoping for big things here but it just didn't light my fire. There is a warmth which just doesn't seem in sync with the wi...
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March 05, 2013
Running With Bulls Wrattonbully Tempranillo 2012
Here is a Tempranillo to make you sit up and take notice. The wine possesses plenty of interest aromatically and on the palate. Damn it...
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March 04, 2013
Yelland & Papps Devote Shiraz Roussanne 2011
This is a delight to drink. Some serious wow factor. A blend of Shiraz (85%) with a good dollop of Rousanne (15%), both varieties were f...
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March 03, 2013
Ballandean Estate Fiano 2012
Ballandean Estate make some smart wines and this new addition to the range supports that. Having been making wine since 1932, they are doi...
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February 28, 2013
Rolling Sparkling Pinot Grigio Chardonnay 2012
I really wanted to like this wine but it just didn't appeal to me. There were good elements of poached pear, cheesecake and subtle s...
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February 27, 2013
Cooks Lot Chardonnay 2012
Another top value drop from winemaker Duncan Cook. Only bottled a few weeks ago, his label now has a QR Code. A clever use of technology a...
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February 27, 2013
De Bortoli Yarra Valley Gamay Noir 2012
Looking for a versatile wine that ticks the boxes for drinkability, food friendliness and price? Check this out. The vines were pl...
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February 26, 2013
Ballandean Estate Cabernet Merlot 2011
Just released, a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (95%), typical characters of cassis, slight aniseed and blackcurrant present themse...
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February 25, 2013
Yelland & Papps Devote Roussanne 2012
Right. So you don't like Chardonnay? Too much of that woody thing? Ok. Have you tried Roussanne? It's time you did and you need to...
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February 23, 2013
Seraphim Shiraz 2009
Coming from a small winery with an output of only approximately 250 cases a year, the wines are made by the passionate Sam Scarpari. Bei...
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February 23, 2013
De Bortoli Yarra Reserve Release "EZ" 2012
Only available through the cellar door, this is certainly worth getting your hands on. Sitting back on a warm summer's afternoon, sipp...
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February 21, 2013
Cooks Lot Pinot Noir 2012
Cooks Lot wines represent pretty good value. There is nothing flashy about this drop but it is more than suitable for the price point. ...
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February 21, 2013
Somerled Shiraz 2007
The vintage of 2007 produced some challenges, but this Shiraz came through well. And to be honest, I could have been fed this through a ...
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February 20, 2013
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