Pewsey Vale 1961 Block Riesling 2024
The original Pewsey Vale vineyard was planted in 1847, while fruit for the 1961 Block comes from the oldest (modern?) part of the vineyard. Handpicked, wild ferment and briefly matured […]
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Pewsey Vale Estate Riesling 2025
The original Pewsey Vale vineyard was planted in 1847 while the label is part of the Hill-Smith Family Estates. Winemaking legend Louisa Rose’s signature appears on the rear label to […]
Tahbilk Grenache 2024
A new standalone release for the Grenache (usually in a GSM blend) from the now over 20 year old vines. Tahbilk, Grenache, Nagambie Lakes, 2024 Medium cerise to ruby hue. […]
Tahbilk Coueslant Sparkling Shiraz 2021
The Tahbilk winery is like a living museum and a must visit for any wine lover. Named after Francois Coueslant, the winemaker and manager at Tahbilk from 1877 to 1886. […]
Tahbilk Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
2022 was regarded as a challenging vintage for Central Victoria. This is always a perennial bargain purchase. Note, bottle image is of 2017, but naught else has changed. Tahbilk, Cabernet […]
Russell & Suitor Ladera Pinot Noir 2024
Unfortunately, the website states that this has sold out already, but may be out there in retail land. Russell & Suitor, Ladera, Pinot Noir, Tasmania, 2024 Medium garnet. Warm brown […]
Hollick Wines Pinot Noir 2024
A sneak peek at this release. At time of writing, the 2022 is still available on the Hollick Wines website. 10 Months maturation in French oak hogsheads. Hollick Wines, Pinot […]
Hollick Wines Sauvignon Blanc 2024
Sauvignon Blanc probably gets a bronze as far as Coonawarra whites are concerned, but with cool nights and a maritime influence, there can be some decent examples. Hollick Wines, Sauvignon […]
Arrogant Frog by Jean-Claude Mas Picnic Cuvee Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Jean-Claude Mas the original Arrogant Frog has relabelled his Sauvignon Blanc ‘Picnic Cuvee.’ Jean-Claude Mas, Arrogant Frog, Picnic Cuvee, Sauvignon Blanc, IGP Pays d’Oc, 2023 Varietal passionfruit, gooseberry and soft […]
Nautilus Estate N.V. Brut
Nautilus Estate is part of the esteemed Hill-Smith Family Estates and celebrates its 40th birthday this year. Winemaker is Clive Jones. Tiraged in October 2020, a split of 72.4% Pinot […]
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