Steels Gate Wines Pinot Noir 2016
Pinot that's a pleasure to drink and doesn't rip a hole in your pocket.
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December 13, 2017
Lowe Wines Jodie Wilbertree Sparkling Rosé 2017
A cheeky and cheerful first Sparkling Rosé release from Mudgee's Lowe Wines.
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December 13, 2017
Schwarz Wine Co Meta Shiraz 2016
Bunchy is the word and I dig it. Handpicked, 25% whole bunch, unfined, unfiltered. A blend of three vineyards from Moppa, Stonewell and E...
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December 11, 2017
Even Keel Mornington Peninsula Chardonnay 2016
Consistency is a hallmark of these Even Keel wines. Chardonnay hitting the mark this time.
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December 10, 2017
Goodman Wines Vermentino 2016
Quite an interesting take on Vermentino. It's certainly not in the clean and crisp realm - but pleasure factor is high for those on t...
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December 08, 2017
Golden Grove Estate Nero d'Avola 2016
Nero done proud. A super exciting drink that's an expression those in Sicily would be striving to achieve.
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December 08, 2017
Yelland & Papps Devote Sparkling Vermentino 2016
I've never been one to follow instructions which may or may not have led to some frustration piecing together furniture. This time in...
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December 06, 2017
Cooks Lot Allotment 689 Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Hello sunshine! Sauvignon Blanc hitting the target, and as usual, Cook's Lot hit the mark offering great value.
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December 06, 2017
Seville Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2015
The focus and drive here cannot be understated. Pure Chardonnay.
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December 04, 2017
Angove Alternatus Vermentino 2017
Apples and citrus fruit sit at the wheel of this approachable and refreshing Vermentino from McLaren Vale.
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December 03, 2017
Driftwood Artifacts Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Rock solid Margaret River Cabernet though eyebrows were raised when 15% was noticed on the label. That said, the alcohol seems to be fair...
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December 03, 2017
Goodman Wines Chardonnay 2015
Smart Chardonnay. My posture and interest levels adjusted for the better when seeing the fruit comes from the highly rated and consisten...
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December 01, 2017
Parker Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2016
The fifth release of this solid Shiraz from the red Terra Rossa soils of Coonawarra. Often available in chain stores for under $20 makes ...
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December 01, 2017
La La Land Vermentino 2017
Simple Vermentino from Victoria (no region supplied).
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December 01, 2017
Golden Grove Estate The Little White Box GSM 2016
A great story this... Created by winemaker Ray Costanzo for his father Sam, founder of Golden Grove Estate. "Dad loves Grenache an...
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November 30, 2017
Iron Cloud Rock of Solitude Purple Patch GSM 2016
A new label to me coming off a single vineyard in the Ferguson Valley. As per the label, "The 'rock of solitude' is a singl...
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November 30, 2017
Angove Alternatus Rosé 2017
A dry, Spanish inspired Rosé made up of Grenache (36%) Tempranillo (26%) Vermentino (18%) Graciano (10%) and Carignan (10%).
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November 30, 2017
Shaw Vineyard Estate Cabernet Shiraz 2015
Only the third time this blend has been made, others include 2004 and 2009. Winemaker Graeme Shaw says he tried a number of blends before...
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November 29, 2017
d'Arenberg The Olive Grove Chardonnay 2016
A good Chardy sitting on the old school side of the ledger.
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November 29, 2017
La La Land Pinot Gris 2017
A fair Pinot Gris. Some texture but it seems broad and a little top heavy.
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November 27, 2017
Heartland Spice Trader Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
Value+. I was impressed by the Shiraz Cabernet 2014 sampled recently, and this straight Cabernet stacks up just as well.
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November 26, 2017
The Wishing Tree Unoaked Chardonnay 2016
Nothing fancy here - Chardonnay less the oak.
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November 26, 2017
Angove Alternatus Fiano 2017
I've been quite a fan of this Alternatus range. This Fiano ticks the boxes. Classy stuff.
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November 25, 2017
Blackbilly Sauvignon Blanc 2017
Good drinking Sauvignon Blanc from the Adelaide Hills and surrounds.
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November 25, 2017
Meerea Park Hell Hole Semillon 2016
The fruit for this wine comes off a 40 year old vineyard in Pokolbin.
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November 25, 2017
Schwarz Wine Co GSM 2016
Every wine tells a story, no different here. As per the label: "I have trodden the soil along countless rows of vines in search of ...
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November 24, 2017
Eldridge Estate PTG 2017
Such a versatile red. So delicious - dare I use the word smashable. A 60/40 blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay. It's a slight shift from ...
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November 24, 2017
Schwarz Wine Co Meta Mataro 2017
Mataro with street wise attitude. I love it! Handpicked, wild yeast fermented, 20% whole bunches, unfined and unfiltered.
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November 23, 2017
Irrewarra Chardonnay 2016
Irrewarra is an Aboriginal word meaning 'long spear throw'. This label comes from the hands of Nick Farr and I was thrilled when...
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November 22, 2017
Meerea Park Indie Shiraz Pinot 2015
Good drinkin' without the need for thinkin'. A 70/30 blend co-fermented.
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November 22, 2017
