Pizzini Rosetta 2016
Will the rise of rosé never end? We need a new apocalyptic name, like “Sauvalanche!” Anyway, when it’s done right, it’s done right. This Italian style example is made from […]
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Hentley Farm Rosé 2016
Rosé in the Barossa has been a stalwart and those producers who have been quietly plugging away are now reaping the benefits of the recent rosé revolution. Hentley Farm Rosé, […]
Hentley Farm Brass Monkey Vineyards Pinot Grigio 2016
Whilst Hentley are firmly planted in the Barossa, they do source riesling from the Eden valley, but in order to satisfy the zeitgeist, they’ve reached to the neighbouring Adelaide Hills.No […]
Joseph Perrier Cuvée Royale Brut Champagne NV
According to the back label this Cuvée is comprised of 35% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir and 35% Meunier. Yep, that’s 105% Champagne. Joseph Perrier, Cuvée Royale, Brut, Champagne, NV From […]
Porta Dante Prosecco Superiore NV
Pinnacle are ultimately owned by the Woolworths Group, but do work with some quality brands internationally. This wine exclusive to Dan Murphy’s stores. Prosecco is the recognised “style” name of […]
Paul Louis Martin Grand Cru Champagne NV
From vineyards in the Montagne de Reims area of Champagne and imported exclusively by Pinnacle Drinks, owned by Woolworths. Paul Louis Martin, Grand Cru, Bouzy, Champagne, NV 60% Pinot Noir, 40% […]
Mitchell Wines Mataro Grenache 2012….A second look.
Interesting that Mitchell Wines sent me this wine to look at again after I tasted it several months ago I had it on the bench with some other Mitchell wines and […]
Deviation Road Pinot Noir 2015
Deviation Road make an enviable range of sparkling wines and rightly take their place among some of the best in the country. But there’s no need to ignore their red […]
Mitchell Wines McNicol Riesling 2009
And yet again, dear reader we find ourselves with another riesling that underlines the point that the variety is undervalued in Australia. Aged? Yes. Quality? Indeed. Under $50? Plenty of […]
Margan…Celebrating 20 Years
As Margan Wines are about to head into their 21st vintage, a select few wine writers were invited to visit the Hunter Valley in May 2016 and work through a […]
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