Patina Reserve Chardonnay 2015
The last time I saw a Patina Reserve Chardonnay was 4 years ago, and that was the 2008 . This release matured in 11 months in new and one year old […]
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Patina Chardonnay 2015
I’ve always liked the Patina packaging. I’m going to simply reiterate what I wrote fours ago about it: “The label is incredibly striking, one of my personal favourites. An artistic […]
Red Knot by Shingleback Chardonnay 2017
Produced by Shingleback in McLaren Vale. Exclusive to Woolworth’s stores: Dan Murphy’s, BWS and through Shingleback’s online store. Red Knot by Shingleback, Chardonnay, McLaren Vale, 2017 Opens up with sweet, […]
Petaluma White Label Pinot Gris 2017
Whole bunch pressed and fermentation in new and old French oak for complexity and stainless steel for retaining pristine fruit. Petaluma, White Label, Pinot Gris, Adelaide Hills, 2017 The colour […]
The Natural Wine Co Sauvignon Blanc 2017
From the dependable Windowrie stable, this is The Natural Wine Company, not to be confused with “Natural Wine Co.” out of McLaren Vale. Certified organic label, it hits a niche […]
The Natural Wine Co Shiraz 2017
From the safe stable of Windowrie. No Preservatives added. Available from RAW wine and beer. The Natural Wine Co, Shiraz, Central Ranges, 2017 Sweaty plum, rubber, raspberry muffin, meringue shell, […]
Petaluma White Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
‘Entry level’ for Petaluma and drawing on their formidable history with creating long term, excellent wines from Coonawarra. Petaluma, White Label, Cabernet Sauvignon, Coonawarra, 2015 Expressive, aromatic and varietal nose […]
Petaluma B & V Vineyard Shiraz 2015
This is the first Certified Organic release of the B & V Vineyard (established by Bob and Verna Symons in 1992) from Petaluma, with the conversion process taking 3 years. […]
The Natural Wine Co Rosé 2017
From the dependable Windowrie. This is made from Sangiovese grapes that were “harvested in the cool of the night.” Then “only free run juice was used with exotic yeasts for […]
Driftwood The Collection Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon 2016
This is the entry level for Driftwood Estate. If you can find for under RRP, doing good. Driftwood, The Collection, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Margaret River, 2016 Easter egg chocolate sweet […]
