Petaluma White Label Nebbiolo Rosé 2016
Dry taut and terrific. Find some yummy food + sunshine = winning.
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September 02, 2017
Montalto Pennon Hill Chardonnay 2016
Incredible value. Excellent Chardonnay. Montalto's entry level wine, it's classy and clearly not an after thought as some entry l...
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September 01, 2017
Penley Estate Gryphon 2015
Things are on the move at Penley Estate. Kate Goodman is now on board, the branding looks sharp, and the staff sound quite excited about ...
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September 01, 2017
Raidis Estate Kefi Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
Here's an interesting project wine. A collaborative effort of members who choose to buy in. Those who do so have input into winemakin...
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August 31, 2017
Penley Estate Phoenix 2015
Penley Estate's entry level Cabernet which seems to punch about its weight year after year. I recall buying it as a go-to back in the l...
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August 31, 2017
Soumah Equilibrio Syrah 2015
As per the back label, "Some would call it Reserve but we call it Equilibrio as, at the end of the day, it is all about harmony and b...
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August 30, 2017
La Bise The Thief? Shiraz 2015
A curiously named label in Natasha Mooney's La Bise range in honour of Walter Mooney from the mid 1800's. He was pinched for st...
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August 30, 2017
Koonowla Riesling 2017
The back label description reads awfully similar to its sibling, The Ringmaster . This Riesling drinks much better mind you.
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August 30, 2017
Koonowla The Ringmaster Riesling 2017
Established in the 1800's, Koonowla was one of the Clare Valley's first wineries.
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August 30, 2017
Polperro Pinot Noir 2016
Polperro's vineyard blend Pinot - there's quality in its blood and it delivers here again.
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August 29, 2017
Indigo Vineyard Secret Village Viognier 2015
Beechworth Viognier from the popular Indigo Vineyard.
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August 29, 2017
Robert Stein Half Dry Riesling 2017
Half Dry, Off Dry - same same but different. Riesling from Robert Stein is always top quality. This is no different.
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August 28, 2017
Blok Estate Coonawarra Riesling 2014
Unearth these guys. A surprise packet with value packed throughout their range. Many wines released with age under the belt.
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August 28, 2017
Indigo Vineyards Secret Village Beechworth Pinot Noir 2016
Beechworth Pinot Noir. Plenty of reasons to sit up and take notice here. I lined this up alongside some counterparts from the Yarra Vall...
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August 27, 2017
Leconfield Wines Chardonnay 2016
White wines from Coonawarra can at times seem to be dismissed. Do so at your peril - there are many great examples of various varieties...
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August 27, 2017
Giant Steps Syrah 2016
This wine is slowly creeping up my favourites list. Sure there are wines which offer all sorts of class on the list, but this Syrah in re...
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August 25, 2017
TarraWarra Estate Pinot Noir 2015
I've always been quite partial to this Tarrawarra Estate entry level Pinot. Consistency is all you want - things are made that little...
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August 25, 2017
Yelland & Papps Shiraz 2016
Here's a bit of comfort for those seeking a cuddle on the inside when things aren't going right on your preferred reality TV prog...
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August 24, 2017
Bowen Estate Chardonnay 2016
A quick look at the Bowen Estate Chardonnay from the Coonawarra Roadshow.
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August 24, 2017
Raidis Estate Cheeky Goat Pinot Gris 2017
You could count on one hand the number of Pinot Gris wines in Australia retaining a copper and salmon like appearance. Steve Raidis doesn...
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August 23, 2017
Raidis Estate The Kid Riesling 2017
There are numerous Rieslings from Coonawarra worth your attention. Here's a consistent performer courtesy of Raidis Estate.
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August 23, 2017
Giant Steps Merlot 2016
Merlot done right. Sadly, this variety isn't treated with the respect it deserves at times. Often boring and one dimensional to some,...
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August 22, 2017
Robert Stein Riesling 2017
Classy Riesling from Mudgee - not your usual Riesling hotspot either mind you. Walk this turf friends if you are yet to discover the name....
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August 21, 2017
Angullong Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Sauvignon Blanc isn't my thing. Give me something from the Adelaide Hills or Orange and I'll show some interest. If it has some b...
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August 21, 2017
Angullong Pinot Grigio 2017
This 2017 release doesn't seem to have the get up and go of its predecessor. Pinot Grigio from Orange, NSW.
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August 21, 2017
Tellurian Rosé 2017
Gee this is easy to throw back. Dry and savoury with buckets of yum factor.
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August 19, 2017
Indigo Vineyard Chardonnay 2016
I haven't had a look at a wine from Beechworth for a while. It's good to be back. This is a blend of fruit from the Indigo Vineya...
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August 19, 2017
Bailey Wine Co Grampians Shiraz 2016
Pretty aromas. Romantic in many respects. I just want in after taking one whiff. Tim Bailey has hit the nail on the head here. Clever win...
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August 18, 2017
Oliver's Taranga Vermentino 2017
I like these new Oliver's Taranga labels. They show some personality with a reference to the vintage. 2017 is referred to as 'The...
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August 18, 2017
Gundog Estate Hilltops No.1 Shiraz 2016
A joyous wine in many respects. It smells good and tastes even better. Lots of pleasure found here from the Hilltops.
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August 17, 2017
