Best of 2023
2023 was another big year for this humble site and things continue to rumble along at full steam. 667 wine reviews were posted taking the al...
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December 31, 2023
Stella Bella Otro Vino Pinot Grigio 2023
The laid-back feels of this Pinot Grigio from Stella Bella are expressed on the label and they are evident in the glass. Lazing by the poo...
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December 29, 2023
Tin Shed Wines Wild Bunch Riesling 2023
This Wild Bunch Riesling from Tin Shed Wines is a solid summertime refreshment from Tin Shed Wines. Pretty aromas and chalky feels show its ...
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December 29, 2023
Tin Shed Wines Single Wire Shiraz 2021
Sourced from a grower using organic and minimal intervention processes, this Single Wire Shiraz from Tin Shed Wines comes from the cooler ...
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December 28, 2023
McLeish Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
More serious than its entry-level sibling and already with four years under its belt, this Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon from McLeish Estate...
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December 28, 2023
McLeish Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Silky, this Cabernet from McLeish Estate glides through the mouth.
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December 28, 2023
Tin Shed Wines Melting Pot Shiraz 2021
A Barossa Shiraz from Tin Shed Wines that has good bones.
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December 28, 2023
Oliver’s Taranga Fiano 2023
The Queen of Fiano is well in command of her throne people. This is hands down proper Fiano from Oliver's Taranga.
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December 24, 2023
Tin Shed Lazy Arvo Grenache 2022
Juicy and joyous, this Lazy Arvo Grenache from Tin Shed is imminently smashable. It's a terrific wine that you'll see off in no ti...
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December 24, 2023
Barossa Bourne Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec 2022
Looking for a wine with depth and a casual charisma? This Barossa Bourne Cabernet Malbec is your weapon.
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December 24, 2023
McLeish Estate Reserve Semillon 2021
With already two years under its belt, this McLeish Estate Reserve Semillon 2021 is in top nick and moving in the right direction before h...
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December 24, 2023
3 Rings Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Like its Shiraz stablemate , this 3 Rings Cabernet is quite spicy, but the silky feels call you that little bit closer.
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December 24, 2023
3 Rings Shiraz 2021
A good Shiraz to give you insides a cuddle. Spicy, it's an easy go-to for a midweek meal or wine o'clock at the campground. For $2...
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December 24, 2023
Paulmara Estates Aristotle Shiraz 2018
Give this Aristotle Shiraz from Paulmara Estates some time to open up and it shines like the wheels on a muscle car.
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December 21, 2023
White Gate Wines Nero d'Avola 2023
When life gives you lemons, drink this ripping Nero! What a delight this is. Soft, youthful, juicy and vibrant - come at me.
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December 21, 2023
White Gate Wines Misfit 2023
Aptly named 'Misfit' given the four varieties blended were probably never meant to be together, this is a unique wine that is soft...
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December 21, 2023
Yalumba Sanctum Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Off the Yalumba Menzies Vineyard in Coonawarra, the pedigree is real so you know this Sanctum is no mug.
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December 21, 2023
Paulmara Estates Blanc de Noir 2023
This is the perfect wine to mess with everyone's head during a Wine Options game. I had a shot at the variety used and failed. My jour...
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December 20, 2023
Paulmara Estates Mêlée 2021
The Mêlée from Paulmara Estates is a curious blend of Sangiovese, Shiraz and Malbec that just works. It's a wine with fruit density, a...
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December 20, 2023
White Gate Wines Ramekin 2023
90 year old Semillon was handpicked and destemmed before being tossed into two Amphora for a month on skins. Wild fermentation took place ...
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December 20, 2023
White Gate Wines White Blend 2023
White Gate Wine Co is a trendy little producer in the Barossa not afraid to push the boundaries. This White Blend sees Semillon, Viognier ...
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December 20, 2023
Paulmara Estates MARAnanga Shiraz 2021
A classic Barossa Shiraz from Paulmara Estates that brings together generous fruit and all those spice cupboard delights.
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December 20, 2023
DAOSA Blanc de Blancs 2019
From one of the highest vineyards in the Adelaide Hills comes this pearler of a sparkling. Celebrate with this in your glass and you'll ...
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December 19, 2023
Yalumba Vine Vale Grenache Blanc 2023
I made the comment in a recent review that Grenache Blanc was just about non-existent a few years ago and now it is sprouting everywhere a...
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December 19, 2023
Oliver's Taranga Brioni's Blend 2023
This wine blew my mind last year and once again it has hit the mark. So juicy, it's a a fabulous slurp.
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December 19, 2023
DAOSA Natural Réserve NV
An easy-going sparkling from the Adelaide Hills, the sixth release of this DAOSA Natural Réserve NV has an easy come, easy go swagger. Not m...
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December 17, 2023
Arila Gardens Gardens of Moppa Shiraz 2022
The Gardens of Moppa Shiraz 2021 from Arila Gardens was an absolute beauty, but this 2022 is pegged back a notch or two. Not as rich and ...
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December 17, 2023
McLeish Estate Victoria Chardonnay 2023
Hot off the press comes this very tidy McLeish Estate Victoria Chardonnay 2023.
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December 17, 2023
McLeish Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2023
Oh, I like this. There's some great shape here, but for all the beauty that it is and can be, it's a touch young for now. Just lik...
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December 17, 2023
McLeish Estate Reserve Chardonnay 2019
Rich and concentrated, this Reserve Chardonnay 2019 from McLeish Estate is more developed than I anticipated.
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December 17, 2023
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