Taylors Jaraman Cabernet Sauvignon 2018
The Jaraman series sees blending from prime regions for the varieties. This time we get the best of South Australia’s Cabernet country with a blend of Clare Valley and Coonawarra. […]
Cat Amongst The Pigeons Fat Cat Shiraz 2015 – Cellar Release
The cellar release of the flagship of the CATP range. I reviewed this wine almost four years ago to the day. Winemaker is Nick Badrice for this Woolworths/Endeavour Drinks exclusive […]
Yalumba Galway Vintage Shiraz 2019
Praise be, the excellent marketing folk have made sure that everything old is new again with the release of the 2019 Galway Shiraz and recreating the old label from the […]
De Bortoli The Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
I’ve a soft spot for the Cabernet that comes from the De Borts’ Estate Vineyard in Dixons Creek. The wines are usually such a soft, classic expression and completely enjoyable. […]
De Bortoli The Estate Vineyard Gamay 2020
Not enough Gamay is consumed in Australia. When done right, it presents a a fine wine on its own, not some “poor Pinot Noir cousin.” Fruit from De Borts’ Estate […]
De Bortoli Grenache Wizardry 2020
Being made in the same way as previous vintages with “lots of whole bunches.” Spending 15 days on skins and then maturation for 10 months in larger wooden casks. The […]
De Bortoli Grenache Wizardry Grenache Blanc 2021
Part of the fun, but with serious intent, Grenache Wizardry range, this fruit comes from the north of the Heathcote region in Colbinabbin. Made by Steve Webber. Note, bottle image […]
Mr Mick Cabernet Merlot 2016
Current release being 2016 and still only $17. I would be having a word if I was the accountant. Mr Mick, Cabernet, Merlot, Clare Valley, 2016 Earthy and starting to […]
Mr Mick Shiraz 2018
Maturation in “predominately American oak for 24 months.” Mr Mick, Shiraz, Clare Valley, 2018 Ripe and rich. Vanilla essence and splintery wood from the American oak. Globules of blueberry, purple […]
Mr Mick Rosé 2021
Mr Mick wines are produced by Tim Adams. Here he and winemaker Brett Schutz have blended Sangiovese, Shiraz and Grenache. Crushed and kept separate through fermentation and maturation before blending. […]
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