QWine Reviews

Oakridge 864 Winery Block Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

Gee, I enjoyed this. Yarra Valley Cabernet in all its glory. It needed some time to reveal its true self, but when it hit the dance floor,...

Qwine 4 years ago

Thorn Clark William Randall Shiraz 2018

A Barossa Shiraz that gets in deep. Give me all the pleasure and wrap me in it.

Qwine 4 years ago

Dr Plonk FU Manchu Mourvedre 2021

Fire up the Hibachi and get those meats grilling. This Mourvedre is screaming out for a BBQ.

Qwine 4 years ago

Hey Tomorrow Mac Forbes Sauvignon Blanc 2021

How to make goon bags fancy - put Mac Forbes' name on the front. I've gotta say, I was more than curious as a result.

Qwine 4 years ago

Even Keel Rosé 2020

Classy and delicate with a soft touch, I could see myself cruising on a yacht with a gentle breeze and a generous pour of this. What a beaut...

Qwine 4 years ago

Parker Coonawarra Shiraz 2020

Often below $20 and widely available, this is top value when you can find it at that price. Always a reliable option, casual gatherings ar...

Qwine 4 years ago

Clarence Hill Reserve Shiraz 2019

This is probably the most enjoyable Clarence Hill Reserve release I have come across. If you like your McLaren Vale Shiraz large, it is wo...

Qwine 4 years ago

Parker Coonawarra Estate Rosé 2021

Pretty in the glass and pretty to taste, summer refreshment is ready to go.

Qwine 4 years ago

Vino Intrepido The Sharpest Thorn Sangiovese Rosé 2021

A glass of this Rosé would give some antipasto a good shake.

Qwine 4 years ago

Winesmiths Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2020

Not all cask wine should be painted with a brush that suggests they are nasty. Here is an easy-drinking and approachable wine that comes i...

Qwine 4 years ago

Vino Intrepido Cold Fusion Col Fondo Prosecco 2021

Talk about fizz. It was like a raging torrent on opening and I swear I didn't shake the bottle before opening. The non-stop flow remin...

Qwine 4 years ago

Thorn Clarke Ron Thorn Shiraz 2017

Some things require a little more patience than others, here is a case in point. A most impressive wine at this stage, give it a few more ...

Qwine 4 years ago

Blue Pyrenees Estate Bone Dry Rosé 2020

A wine that lives up to its name - it's bone dry deluxe. Made with Pinot Noir and Merlot, this is a Rosé that needs some food. Tapas w...

Qwine 4 years ago

Winesmiths Sauvignon Blanc 2021

Time for a cask wine review, it's been a while too. Not everyone sits in the corporate box drinking wonderful wines - I get that. Here...

Qwine 4 years ago

Polperro Pinot Noir 2020

A cuddle in a glass. A wonderfully enjoyable and inviting Pinot Noir from Polperro.

Qwine 4 years ago

Oakridge Yarra Valley Pinot Noir 2019

An easy swirl and sip type. Wine bars with groovy beats would eat this up.

Qwine 4 years ago

Zibibbo

Brash Higgins Zibibbo 2021

It's pretty wicked what Brad Hickey does with Zibibbo. Selected for its thicker skins and its ability to impart its personality on the...

Qwine 4 years ago

Balgownie Estate Macedon Ranges Pinot Noir 2019

Add this Balgownie Estate Macedon Ranges Pinot to the 'bigger style' list. The first Pinot from that region for this producer from...

Qwine 4 years ago

Pinot Noir

Patina Pinot Noir 2018

Spicy! A Pinot that comes across more like a Shiraz like. If you like 'em with a little more heft, this could be your calling.

Qwine 4 years ago

Vino Intrepido Sting Like A Bee Fiano 2020

There is plenty of interest in this Fiano to sink your teeth into.

Qwine 4 years ago

Jim Brand The Pursuit Cabernet Sauvignon 2018

A beauty that will only get better with a few more years under its belt. It proved that over a few days of tasting.

Qwine 4 years ago

Even Keel Field Blend 2019

Sam Coverdale is a mysterious but incredibly hilarious individual. He's always thinking and scheming. Here we have a field blend but t...

Qwine 4 years ago

Tempranillo

Ridgemill Estate The Spaniard Tempranillo 2021

Bright and playful early on, this Tempranillo is quite dissimilar to previous releases which have been more focused with their game face o...

Qwine 4 years ago

Oakridge Over the Shoulder Chardonnay 2020

Pretty darn good gear for $24. If only all entry-level wines looked like this.

Qwine 4 years ago

Parker Interloper Cabernet Malbec 2019

Coonawarra Cabernet meets Barossa Malbec in this food-friendly, easy-going red.

Qwine 4 years ago

Varney Wines Entrada Rosé 2021

Clever. Very clever. I could neck the lot. A Grenache Rosé smashing it out of the park and down the street.

Qwine 4 years ago

Oakridge Yarra Valley Chardonnay 2020

Yes! This is pretty damn good. Oakridge's Yarra Valley range of wines just keeps on pumping out the good stuff. Have you got 30 bucks ...

Qwine 4 years ago